If you’re looking for the best cat name, Rover has you covered. We’ve got data on thousands upon thousands of cat names nationwide (in addition to our dog names’ numbers). We searched diligently to find you the best cat and kitten names starting with A this year. From classics like Abby to unique cat names like Alfalfa and Anya, there’s something here for every cat owner.
Start with the most popular “A” cat names in our database. Then see our recommendations that go beyond the top choices to encompass up-and-comers, rare picks, and choices inspired by languages other than English. From the Dutch “Anouk” to the French “Amandine” and the Spanish “Amigo” (of course!), you’ll find international variety in this list. Have fun and best of luck choosing the perfect kitten name.
Top 43 Cat Names Starting with A
These names come directly from Rover.com’s national data and are listed in order of popularity. We continue to see a lot of human names for cats, underscoring the fact that pet owners are more likely than ever to view their cats as family members.
- Abby
- Abigail
- Ace
- Addie
- Albert
- Albus
- Alex
- Alfie
- Alice
- Allie
- Amber
- Amelia
- Andy
- Angel
- Angus
- Annabelle
- Annie
- Apollo
- April
- Archer
- Archie
- Ares
- Ari
- Aria
- Ariel
- Arlo
- Artemis
- Arthur
- Arya
- Ash
- Asher
- Ashes
- Ashley
- Aspen
- Astro
- Athena
- Atlas
- Atticus
- Audrey
- Aurora
- Autumn
- Ava
- Avery
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Food Cat Names Starting with A
From favorite snacks to pop culture figures, the inspiration for a great kitten name can come from many different sources. We’re partial to adorable food names for pets, as are many modern cat owners.
- Apple
- Almond
- Amandine
- Apricot
- Alfalfa
- Amaranth
- Artichoke
- Avocado
- Amaretto
- Arugula
- Anchovy
More Great Cat Names Starting with A
From cute and cuddly to elegant and ethereal, these cat names come from a variety of sources and languages.
- Anouk
- Angelo
- Azalea
- Autumn
- Absalom
- Alina
- Alexandra
- Alexis
- Acacia
- Averil
- Anderson
- Amity
- Alonzo
- Allegra
- Amigo
- Alvin
- Aladdin
- Agnes
- Alfie
- Amore
- Anya
- Akiko
- AJ
- Aiden
- Anthony
- Antonio
- Axel
- Ariana
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Funny Cat Names Starting with A
These are just a few of the wordplay choices available. Cats can have titles, middle names, or many names in general—why not?
- Ankle Biter
- Ancient One
- Ambassador
- Artful Dodger
- Austin Meowers …
… the pun possibilities just go on.
More Cat Names
Because one list just isn’t enough! We’ve got plenty of cat name data, rankings, suggestions, and trends for you to consider in your quest for the very best cat name.
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