535 Unique Names for Cats: Cute & Funny Ideas

When it comes to naming a cat, it doesn't hurt to think outside the (litter) box and choose something more unique than the typical Milo or Luna (though those names are still cool)! Don’t worry—we’re here to help. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 535 of the most unique cat names, including cute and cool options for males and females. Plus, we’ll explain how to choose the perfect name for your feline companion.

Interesting & Unique Cat Name Ideas

Female: Delphine, Lyra, Peridot, Titania, Zuri
Male: Barnaby, Basil, Jagger, Merlin, Tiberius
Beautiful: Acadia, Cairo, Calypso, Oberon, Soren
Cool: Astra, Electra, Icarus, Muse, Nocturne
Funny: Cat Benatar, Féline Dion, Crunchwrap Supreme, Hiss-terical, Pompom

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Most Unique Cat Names

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Go for a fun, interesting cat name you don’t hear often. Popular cat names like Milo and Oliver may be cute, but they might also be a little too common. If you don’t want your cat to share a name with 10 other kitties at the vet, consider choosing something a little more unique. Here are some of our favorites:^{[1]
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- Alchemy
- Azriel
- Bodhi
- Fable
- Gaia
- Galileo
- Knox
- Lumen
- Lunaire
- Matisse
- Medusa
- Nero
- Nimbus
- Quasar
- Razzle
- Rhapsody
- Ripley
- Scout
- Solaris
- Spindle
- Stryker
- Tarot
- Thorne
- Titan
- Valko
- Valkyrie
- Vesper
- Zephyr
- Zetta
- Zion

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Unique Female Cat Names

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Pick a fun, feminine name for a female cat. Your girl cat doesn’t have to be named Luna or Bella. Try thinking of some feminine names that aren’t traditionally used as cat names. This can help you find a name that’s as beautiful and unique as your kitty. Here are some examples:^{[2]
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- Azura
- Darling
- Delphine
- Elara
- Ember
- Freya
- Indigo
- Jade
- Juno
- Lyra
- Mabel
- Opal
- Ophelia
- Paisley
- Peridot
- Pixie
- Roxie
- Sable
- Seraphina
- Tallulah
- Tansy
- Tilly
- Titania
- Twyla
- Velvet
- Willow
- Xena
- Xyla
- Zola
- Zuri

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Unique Male Cat Names

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Choose a unique, masculine name for your male cat. When choosing a name for a male cat, consider something strong and powerful or that has a bit of an edge. If you want something that doesn’t feel like a traditional cat name, try looking at baby names for inspiration. Here are some examples:^{[3]
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- Atlas
- Barnaby
- Basil
- Bogart
- Caesar
- Cosmo
- Dante
- Dexter
- Finn
- Gadget
- Hugo
- Jagger
- Jasper
- Koji
- Marlin
- Merlin
- Odin
- Orion
- Ozzy
- Pluto
- Puck
- Quill
- Quincy
- Remy
- Rocket
- Rufus
- Tiberius
- Taz
- Viper
- Ziggy

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Beautiful & Unique Cat Names

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Select a cat name that’s elegant and gorgeous. While many people enjoy giving cats humorous names, a great way to stand out is to choose something a bit more sophisticated. Draw inspiration from mythology, nature, or anything else you find beautiful. Here are some examples:
- Acadia
- Artemis
- Atticus
- Aurora
- Cairo
- Calypso
- Celeste
- Cerys
- Daphne
- Domino
- Florian
- Freesia
- Gala
- Julius
- Kaleidoscope
- Lark
- Lennon
- Lotus
- Oberon
- Onyx
- Pandora
- Phoenix
- Primrose
- Rhiannon
- Sebastian
- Soren
- Stardust
- Vision
- Whisper
- Zenith

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Funny & Unique Cat Names

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Make everyone laugh with a silly cat name. If your cat is a bit of a goofball, choose a silly name to match their personality! Make a cat pun, or simply choose a silly word—the more random, the better. Here are some of our favorite funny cat names:
- Bananas
- Cat Benatar
- Cheddar Puff
- Crouton
- Crunchwrap Supreme
- Dwight D. Eisenmeower
- Féline Dion
- Fish Breath
- Florence and the Meowchine
- Fluffernutter
- Frito Bandito
- Furby
- Goose
- Great Catsby
- Hiss-terical
- Jellyroll
- Lord Sheddington
- Meowstro
- Mr. Business
- Niblet
- Pickletoes
- Pico de Gato
- Pompom
- Porky
- Purrito
- Sassypants
- Slinky
- Snickerdoodle
- Twinkle Toes
- Whiskeroni

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Cute & Unique Cat Names

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Pick a name that’s as adorable as your furry friend. If your kitty is a cuddlebug, consider choosing a cutesy name. Opt for an adorable name that makes it even harder to resist their cute little face. Here are some examples:
- Banjo
- Binky
- Bubbles
- Cleo
- Dewdrop
- Doodle
- Doodlebug
- Dotty
- Drizzle
- Fizz
- Flicker
- Foxy
- Honeybee
- Momo
- Munchkin
- Noodle
- Peep
- Pippa
- Pippin
- Poppyseed
- Posey
- Rascal
- Smudge
- Snippet
- Sprinkles
- Spritz
- Thimble
- Tinsel
- Wiggles
- Zuzu

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Cool & Unique Cat Names

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Opt for a cat name that’s cool and modern. If you want your cat to have a unique name, it’s generally a good idea to avoid classic options. Instead, opt for something cool and edgy. Try including letters like X or Z to really stand out. Here are some examples:^{[4]
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- Apollo
- Astra
- Axel
- Bard
- Cobalt
- Diesel
- Echo
- Electra
- Falcon
- Figment
- Icarus
- Jericho
- Jinx
- Joplin
- Marlowe
- Maverick
- Moxie
- Muse
- Nocturne
- Quirk
- Ragnar
- Ranger
- Rocco
- Rogue
- Rune
- Saoirse
- Sybil
- Talon
- Willoughby
- Zigzag

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Unique Names for Black Cats

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Get a little edgy when naming a black cat. It can be a little tricky to avoid cliches when naming a black cat, but it’s not impossible. Salem and Midnight may be a little too on-the-nose, but there are plenty of other witchy, Gothic names to choose from. Here are some of our favorites:^{[5]
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- Ashen
- Banshee
- Batty
- Coal
- Coraline
- Crow
- Dracula
- Eclipse
- Elvis
- Hades
- Hex
- Inkblot
- Jetta
- Mortis
- Nebula
- Noir
- Nova
- Nyx
- October
- Omen
- Panthera
- Poe
- Raven
- Rorschach
- Soot
- Spooky
- Vader
- Wednesday
- Wiccan
- Zelda

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Unique Names for Gray Cats

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Pick a name inspired by your cat’s gray coat. Smokey may be the most obvious choice, but try to think of other words that describe your cat’s gray fur. Get inspiration from stones and metals, fog and mist, or even other gray animals. Here are some examples:^{[6]
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- Anchovy
- Bolt
- Chrome
- Cinder
- Earl Grey
- Eeyore
- Flint
- Fog
- Granite
- Graphite
- Graycie
- Grayson
- Haze
- Hurricane
- London
- Meeko
- Misty
- Moonstone
- Monsoon
- Nickel
- Nico
- Pebble
- Pewter
- Shilling
- Silverton
- Slate
- Squid
- Taro
- Tornado
- Twilight

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Unique Names for White Cats

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Base your cat’s name on its gorgeous white fur. White cats often have an air of sophistication, so consider giving yours an elegant name. If your cat’s a bit too silly to pull that off, though, opt for a name inspired by snow, flowers, or other white animals. Here are some examples:^{[7]
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- Alabaster
- Alaska
- Alfredo
- Avalanche
- Bianca
- Birch
- Blanco
- Blizzard
- Boo
- Calla
- Camellia
- Casper
- Caspian
- Cauliflower
- Cumulus
- Egret
- Feta
- Flurry
- Gossamer
- Ivory
- Khaleesi
- Lacy
- Mayo
- Pegasus
- Phantom
- Porcelain
- Quartz
- Snowbelle
- Snowdrop
- Spirit

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Unique Names for Orange Cats

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Choose a quirky name for a silly orange cat. Orange cats are known for being friendly and playful, so give them a name that matches their lively personality. Get inspired by other orange things, like food, flowers, and gemstones. Here are some examples:^{[8]
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- Amaretto
- Apricot
- Ariel
- Auburn
- Blaze
- Butternut
- Cayenne
- Chili
- Circus Peanuts
- Clementine
- Copper
- Coral
- Curry
- Dorito
- Firecracker
- Firefly
- Fuego
- Honey
- Honeycomb
- Mango
- Marmalade
- Mimosa
- Nacho
- Peaches
- Penny
- Saffron
- Tang
- Tiger Lily
- Topaz
- Winnie

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Unique Cat Names in Other Languages

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Try out a popular name from around the world. Have you ever wondered what people name their cats in other countries? Now’s your chance to find out! Choosing a foreign cat name is a great way to stand out. Plus, it can be a great conversation starter with your fellow cat lovers. Here are some popular cat names from different countries:
- Bijou (French for “jewel”)
- Birba (Italian for “scoundrel”)
- Bisou (French for “kiss”)
- Dòudou (Chinese for “beans”)
- Kona (Hawaiian for “lady”)
- Krümel (German for “crumb”)
- Kurumi (Japanese for “walnut”)
- Lilo (Hawaiian for “generous one”)
- Lilou (French for “lily”)
- Mariposa (Spanish for “butterfly”)
- Mei (Chinese for “plum blossom”)
- Michi (Spanish for “kitty”)
- Minka (German for “strong, resolute”)
- Minnoş (Turkish for “cute”)
- Minou (French for “kitty”)
- Momo (Japanese for “peach”)
- Nisse (a spirit or gnome from Swedish folklore)
- Nöpö (Finnish for “cute; little one”)
- Sakura (Japanese for “cherry blossom”)
- Selva (Spanish for “jungle”)
- Tora (Japanese for “tiger”)
- Yara (Arabic for “small butterfly”)
- Yasmine (Persian for “jasmine flower”)
- Yuki (Japanese for “snow”)
- Zhen (Chinese for “precious, treasure”)

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Unique Food-Inspired Cat Names

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Pick a cute name inspired by your favorite food. If you’re having trouble coming up with a good cat name, turn to your (or their) favorite foods for inspiration. While lots of cats have food-inspired names, there are so many options to choose from that it’s easy to find something unique. Here are some of our favorite options:^{[9]
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- Boba
- Butter
- Caramel
- Chai
- Dorito
- Dumpling
- Fig
- Fritter
- Fudge
- Ginseng
- Jellybean
- Kiwi
- Latte
- Marzipan
- Miso
- Mochi
- Olive
- Parsnip
- Pickles
- Plum
- Raisin
- Rolo
- Skittles
- Snickers
- Sugar
- Taffy
- Tater Tot
- Tofu
- Truffle
- Waffles

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Unique Nature-Inspired Cat Names

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Draw inspiration from the natural world. Nature names are timeless and beautiful, so you’re almost certain to find one you like. Name your cat after a flower, a gemstone, another animal, or any other aspect of nature. Here are some examples:^{[10]
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- Acorn
- Amethyst
- Ash
- Beetle
- Bramble
- Breeze
- Clover
- Cricket
- Dahlia
- Fawn
- Ginkgo
- Hazel
- Iris
- Juniper
- Lavender
- Maple
- Marigold
- Meadow
- Petal
- Petunia
- Poppy
- Saffron
- Sage
- Skye
- Sprout
- Thistle
- Tulip
- Twig
- Wren
- Zinnia

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Unique Pop Culture Cat Names

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Name your cat after your favorite character or celebrity. Cat owners often name their furry friends after their favorite fictional felines. If you want something more unique, avoid names like Simba or Tigger, and instead pay homage to a more obscure character. Or, name your cat after a non-feline character or your favorite celebrity. Here are some ideas:^{[11]
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- Arya
- Aslan
- Bagheera
- Baloo
- Bing Clawsby
- Bowie
- Catbus
- Cat Stevens
- Cheshire
- Diego
- Dobby
- Draco
- Figaro
- Furiosa
- Galadriel
- Gandalf
- Gizmo
- Heathcliff
- Hendrix
- Loki
- McLovin
- Neil Catrick Harris
- Puma Thurman
- RuPaw
- Sherlock
- Stitch
- Thor
- Tinkerbell
- Yoshi
- Zorro

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Unique Cyber Cat Names

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Opt for a modern, technological name. Show off your nerdy side by naming your cat after a computer or technology term. This could also include your favorite apps or games. Here are some examples:
- Alexa
- Beta
- Buff
- Bug
- Byte
- Cat GPT
- Cortex
- Crypto
- Cypher
- Dash
- Data
- Digit
- Gadget
- Gif
- Giga
- Glitch
- Internet
- Java
- Link
- Macro
- Meta
- Micro
- Nexus
- Pixel
- Roblox
- Roku
- Siri
- Techie
- Widget
- Zoom

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Unique Music-Inspired Cat Names

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Choose a melodic name inspired by music. If you’re a musician or an appreciative music fan, consider naming your cat after your favorite hobby. Get inspiration from common music terms, instruments, or your favorite genre or musician. Here are some examples:
- Adagio
- Allegra
- Alto
- Aria
- Blues
- Brio
- Cadence
- Cadenza
- Canto
- Cappella
- Harmony
- Harper
- Jazz
- Lyric
- Madrigal
- Mandolin
- Melody
- Mozart
- Octave
- Piper
- Reed
- Requiem
- Rhythm
- Riff
- Sonata
- Sonnet
- Symphony
- Tango
- Tempo
- Viola

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Unique & Random Cat Names

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Give your cat a silly, off-the-wall name. If you spend a lot of time on TikTok or other social media, you may have seen the trend where people name their cats after completely random things, like inanimate objects. Choosing a weird name is sure to get a laugh out of almost anyone who meets your cat. Here are some hilarious ideas:
- Barcode
- Beef Stroganoff
- Blorb
- Caviar
- Cement
- Chainsaw
- Coupon
- Drywall
- Forklift
- HP Officejet
- Knife
- Loaf
- Megatron
- Monster Truck
- Mr. President
- Pickle Juice
- Pot Roast
- Q-Tip
- Road Warrior
- Shrek
- Skillet
- Soup
- Stapler
- Toothbrush
- Tugboat
- Tyrannosaurus
- Velcro
- Whopper
- Xylophone
- Zamboni

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How to Name a Cat

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Consider your cat’s personality. If you’re naming a new cat or kitten, don’t rush to choose something. Instead, watch them for a few days to observe their behaviors and personality. Then, choose something that fits them. For example, you might name a sweet cat Honeybee or a rambunctious cat Bolt.^{[12]
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Name them after their physical features. One of the easiest ways to name a cat is to draw inspiration from their appearance. Give them a name that relates to their fur color or any unique markings. Consider their size and eye color, too. For example, name a large cat Avalanche or a small one Cricket.^{[13]
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Keep the name on the shorter side. If you want your cat to learn its name, it’s generally recommended to choose a name that’s two syllables or shorter. If you choose something longer or more complicated, your cat may get confused. If you really want to pick a longer name, consider giving your cat a shorter nickname to learn.^{[14]
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What are your funniest cat names?

Dev Murphy

Funny cat names are the best cat names! Here are some silly, punny, and ridiculous cat names:

Catrick Swayze
Home Depot
Florence and the Meowchine
Soup
Picatso
Purryl Streep
Daniel Day Mewis
Radish Spirit
Clawdia
Oedipuss
Blob
Buddy Tumbles, FKA Mr. Personality (OK, this is my cat's name)

Looking for more options? Check out wikiHow's list of over 500 unique cat names!

What are the funniest cat names, in your opinion? If you have a cat, feel free to share its name in the comments!