Top 1000 Unique and Cute Names for Cat

When adopting a cat or bringing home a new kitten, you may want to choose a cat name that is unusual, quirky or imaginative. If you're struggling to think of something unique, check out this list of unique, female cat names to give you some inspiration.

How to name a male cat

There's nothing wrong with popular cat names like Sooty, Tiger, and Oscar, but sometimes, standing out from the crowd and picking out more unique male cat names can be a good thing.

Bringing home a new foster cat or kitten can be an exciting and overwhelming time. It can be difficult to get inspired when you're focused on getting your cat into their new home.

Our list of unique male cat names will hopefully provide some ideas to spark the imagination.

1. Birba

Do you have a cat that is a little monkey and always gets up to be naughty? They could be a perfect fit for the cute name Birba, which means scoundrel or scoundrel in Italian.

2. Bryer

If you have a cat who loves people and is full of sweet affection, then you couldn't choose a more suitable name than Bryer. This Canadian-based name means gentle and sweet.

3. Bugatti

For the car enthusiasts out there, Bugatti might be a fun name for your cat. It would be especially suitable if they are a speed demon who has an abundance of energy and wants to play all the time. Bugatti cars are regularly in the top 10 fastest cars in the world.

4. Caleb

If your cat is an incredibly loyal cat, then Caleb might be the perfect name for them. This is a Hebrew name, it signifies loyalty, devotion and also courage.

5. Carbonel

If you're nostalgic for a childhood in the mid-21st century and you have a regal-looking cat, then Carbonel could be a great name choice, especially if they're black. This is the name of the talking cat in the children's book by Barbara Sleigh. If you have young children, they will definitely enjoy reading stories inspired by their cat's name

6. Gandalf

For fans of classic fantasy literature, there's a character name you can't miss in The Lord of the Rings. What better name than Gandalf, to honor the main wizard in the novel. It may not be as unique as some of the other names on this list, but it is one of those names that would suit a white or gray cat personality-wise.

7. Hypnos

Cats are often named after Greek or Norse gods. It's not uncommon (especially after the popularity of the Marvel movies) to hear cats called Loki or Thor. If you have a lazy cat who likes to lie around all day, then the more unusual choice of Hypnos could be a great fit. This is the Greek God of Sleep.

8. Marmite

This is a famous traditional British dish that has evolved into a term used to describe something very divisive. If something is like Marmite, then you either 'love it or hate it'. If you have a cat with a very unique personality that not everyone else has, Marmite might be the perfect unique, cute name for them.

9. Meelap

If your cat often misbehaves and embarrasses you in front of guests, you can name it Meelap. This is of Sanskrit origin and means confused. This name may also be suitable for female cats.

10. Nermal

Nermal is the adorable enemy of the comic book character Garfield. He calls himself the cutest kitten in the world. If you have a cute-looking cat with a superiority complex, what could be more suitable than this name?

11. Nimbus

If you have a moody cat or just have a cat that is dark gray in color, naming them after this type of dark cloud may be appropriate.

12. Pan

If you have read Philip Pullman's The Dark Materials Trilogy, you will know that the main character Lyra has a spirit companion who usually takes the form of a wildcat and he is called Pantalaimon, or Pan for short. This would be the perfect name for fans of the novel, or for a very sensitive cat, the antithesis of recklessness.

13. Shiro

If you have a white cat and you're looking for a name that's more unique than the usual Snowy or Marshmallow, what about Shiro? This is a Japanese word meaning white.

14. Sulley

Who can forget this adorable blue character from Pixar's Monsters Inc? His beloved Boo calls him 'Kitty' throughout the first film. So, if you have a smooth, gentle giant cat, this name will be perfect.

15. Woozle

Tigger is a popular cat name. Who doesn't love the famous character from Winnie the Pooh? However, it doesn't have to be a unique name. If you love these books and you have a timid and shy cat, then why not name them, ironically, instead This villainous honey thief character.

How to name a female cat
Your new kitten is female. And you're looking for the perfect female cat names. She may have many qualities of a girl. She can be gentle and quiet.

When she jumps on you or your furniture, you can barely feel when she lands. Perhaps her small face is the cutest you've ever seen. Or she's female, but lets you know she's strong.

Maybe her personality tells you she's cool. Or you had a few laughs over something your girl did. Her appearance may require a special name.

Name the most unique female cat
1. Onyx

2. Momo

3. Artemis

4. Carina

5. Freya

6. Almond flowers

7. Grizabella

8. Modella

9. Moscato

10. Pawdry Hepburn

11. Sesame sauce

12. Ursula

13. Zuri

14. Cloves

15. Pewter

Name female cats according to personality

By being “cool,” your cat may be one of those decent cats that only approaches you when they want to. Does your wonderful girl have “catitude?” Then she must have a great name that has a lot of attitude behind it.

Try out a few of your favorite options for your wonderful customers. See if you think they suit her.

If your cat allows strangers to touch and pet you, you should choose a name that says “I am approachable.” Even though she's cool, she wants human contact. You want her name to encourage people to scratch under the chin.

1. Deja

2. Diva

3. Dakota

4. Echo

5. Felix

6. Artemis

7. Ace

8. Ava

9. Autumn

10. Bonnie

11. Callie

12. Chanel

13. Delilah

14. Flame

15. Fiona

16. Flash

17. Galaxy

18. Gorgeous

19. Gizmo

20. Gracie

21. Harper

22. Harlow

23. Hunter

24. Holly

25. Hope

26. Ice

27. Iris

28. Izzy

29. Java

30. Jane

31. Karma

32. Katniss

33. Lady

34. Lexi

35. Lola

36. Lynx

37. Majesty

38. Malibu

39. Marie

40. Mika

41. Milo

42. Nakita

43. Nitro

44. Opal

45. Ophelia

46. Pearl

47. Piper

48. Rain

49. Roo

50. Scout

51. Scooter

52. Sheba

53. Stella

54. Violet

55. Minx

56. Paris

57. Raven

58. Rebel

59. Reese

60. Skittles

61. Pixie

62. Oreo

63. Pebbles

64. River

65. Rowan

66. Ruby

67. Savannah

68. Turbo

69. Twilight

70. Twinkle

71. Walter

72. Quinn

73. Ziggy

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