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119 Best Calico Cat Names for 2020 with Rankings

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119 Best Calico Cat Names for 2020 with Rankings

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Here at Rover, it’s fair to say we’re obsessed with pet names. Every year we release data on the top dog names around the country, and this year, we also wanted to see the name rankings for cats. Calico cats are especially unique with interesting fur patterns and color variations, and they deserve a name to reflect that!

We dug deep into our huge database of pet names to reveal the most popular cat names of 2018. From there, we pulled out top choices for calico cat names, listed below. We also found inspiration from our large cat person community and pet name trends more broadly. If you’re looking for kitten names for your new calico cat, this roundup is a great place to start.

Cat names used to be pretty straightforward (“here, Fluffy!”) and while there’s nothing wrong with those old-fashioned choices, these days, cat owners are choosing a wide variety for their pets. A calico cat’s magical fur patterns inspire creative names from interesting sources. From Bootsy to Calypso to Gizmo, there’s a cat name on this list for every style…not to mention for every cat personality.

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Here are some fun and creative name ideas to help you find the perfect name for your calico cat.

Top Calico Cat Names

  1. Addie
  2. Amaretto (Inspired by the sweet and orange colored liquor)
  3. Amber
  4. Aurora
  5. Bambi
  6. Bean (add “Mr.” if you wish!)
  7. Beatrice
  8. Bell
  9. Bennie
  10. Bijou
  11. Bolt
  12. Bongo (maybe you can play a little tune on your cat’s tummy if they’ll let you!)
  13. Bootsy
  14. Bourbon
  15. Butterscotch
  16. Buttercup
  17. Calypso
  18. Cameron
  19. Cheeto
  20. Chestnut
  21. Chimera 
  22. Chloe
  23. Chowder
  24. Copper
  25. Cornelius 
  26. Clementine
  27. Dallas
  28. Dahlia
  29. Doodle
  30. Edison
  31. Eliza
  32. Emmy
  33. Fancy
  34. Frisky
  35. Furby
  36. Fuzz
  37. Garfield
  38. Gizmo (after the star “Gremlin” from the films of the same name)
  39. Ginger
  40. Haley
  41. Harlow
  42. Hemingway (This writer loved unusual six-toed cats!)
  43. Herman
  44. Hermione
  45. Hobbes (After the stuffed tiger from Calvin and Hobbes!)
  46. Honey
  47. Honeybee
  48. Huxley
  49. Julius (after the delicious beverage Orange Julius)
  50. Jynx
  51. Kiki
  52. Kuro
  53. Latte
  54. Lena
  55. Loki
  56. Lucy
  57. Maizie (After the colorful orange, yellow and red corn)
  58. Mako
  59. Marble
  60. Marmalade
  61. Mateo
  62. Mattie
  63. Melody
  64. Munchkin
  65. Neapolitan (like the tri-colored ice cream!)
  66. Ollie
  67. Opal
  68. Orion
  69. Oscar
  70. Paprika (after the reddish/orange spice)
  71. Peanut
  72. Penny
  73. Petra
  74. Picasso (A calico cat’s markings look like a Picasso painting)
  75. Pip
  76. Piper
  77. Pudding
  78. Pumpkin
  79. Rainbow
  80. Rajah (after Jasmine’s pet tiger in Aladdin)
  81. Reese
  82. Ribbons
  83. Ricky
  84. Rio
  85. Rocky
  86. Rye (after marble rye, of course)
  87. Saffron
  88. Sahara
  89. Saturn
  90. Scarface (Now, that’s one tough kitten)
  91. Schroeder
  92. Sebastian
  93. Sergei
  94. Simba
  95. Simon
  96. Skippy
  97. Snickers (This delicious treat is tricolored, just like a calico cat)
  98. Sofia
  99. Sophie
  100. Stacey
  101. Stanley
  102. Sunny
  103. Susie
  104. Sweetpea
  105. Taco
  106. Taffy
  107. Teegan
  108. Tesla
  109. Thaddeus
  110. Thunder
  111. Tiger
  112. Tippy
  113. Trixie
  114. Truffles
  115. Turtle (A turtle’s shell markings are remarkably similar to calico cats)
  116. Twinkie
  117. Vivienne
  118. Waffles
  119. Zooey

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The 10 Most Popular Calico Cat Names

In Rover’s database

The names for calico cats that have been trending upwards this year in our national database of cat names, listed here in order of how strong they’re trending up.

  1. Yoshi
  2. Griffin
  3. Jacob
  4. Thumper
  5. Dean
  6. Merry
  7. Fergus
  8. Odie
  9. Huck
  10. Mira
  11. Godric
  12. Fez
  13. Stormi
  14. Shasta
  15. Kingsley

Choosing the Best Calico Cat Name

We get it. Your new calico cat is part of your family, and their name deserves to be special. Finding the perfect name doesn’t have to be difficult, though. Along with their colorful coat, consider your cat’s personality: a feisty Thunder or an elegant Aurora? A smart Saturn or a playful Zooey? The sky’s the limit.

Your interests and favorites play a part in pet naming, too. Cat lovers have chosen names of favorite foods (Truffles or Amaretto, anyone?), book characters, colors, and musicians to name their new cat.

Yes, that means you can name your calico cat after the shapeshifting Harry Potter character “Tonks” if it makes you smile.

Trends in Calico Cat Names

In many cultures, calico cats are thought to bring good fortune. Sailors used to bring these multicolored cats onboard to keep them safe and the seas calm. In that spirit, why not consider naming your cat Lucky?

Due to their unique patterning, a trend with calico cats is naming them after food. With three colors swirled into their coats, it’s easy to see why someone would name their cat Snickers, Truffle, or Butterscotch.

Across the board though, we’re seeing a big shift in human names for cats (and dogs, for that matter!). That means cat lovers are choosing Susie, Julian, and Beatrice as kitten names rather than Lady or Kitty. Hipster baby names also find their way into our popular cat name data. Names like Thaddeus, Roo, and Huxley are just as popular for kittens and newly adopted cats just as they are for trendsetting human babies.

Throughout the years, people have loved naming their pets after pop-culture characters. For instance, during the height of the Twilight saga’s popularity, the name Bella surged in use for pets and people alike. We continue to hear cat names based on superheroes, TV characters, and musicians.

Keep it Simple

Whether you’re adopting an older cat or bringing home a brand new kitten, it’s important to not feel stressed about giving your cat a name. Your multicolored cat may have been briefly named by the shelter for adoption or named something else at one time, but it doesn’t fit their personality.

Either way, if your new family member needs a name, going with your gut is better than overthinking it. Pick something you enjoy saying.

In other words, have fun with it. Your calico cat’s personality will shine through with any name you choose, from classic to unique. Finding the perfect name for your cat should be a wonderful bonding experience between you and your new feline best friend.

Need Cat Sitting?

Cats seem more independent than dogs, sure, but they need attention, play, and treats when you’re gone, too. Your great cat deserves great cat care. You’ve found the best cat name, so now it’s time to find them the perfect cat sitter.

Find your cat’s perfect match, right from your phone—and then hit the road happy.

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If you’re adding a kitten or a newly adopted cat to your family, these articles will help you both get off on the right paw.

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