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Is your new cat is a comedian who constantly seems be kitten around? Whether they make you laugh with their unpredictable timing, dramatic reactions, or other strange behaviors, it’s only fitting they have a funny name to match their entertaining personality!
A lighthearted name can reflect your cat’s comical antics and keep you entertained, too. Plus, there are plenty of ways to take an ordinary name and make it as funny—or absurd—as you like.
Read on for 165 examples of funny cat names, many of them from Rover pet parents across the U.S.
Over-the-Top Names for Male Cats
Giving your cat a human name can add just the right touch of refinement and humor. These names for male cats may be a bit of a mouthful for a new kitten—but that only makes them more entertaining!
- Norman
- Winston
- Quentin
- Archibald
- Cecil
- Theodore
- Charlemagne
- Sebastian
- Benjamin
- Ozymandias
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Over-the-Top Names for Female Cats
These elegant names for female cats make perfect picks for cats who need everyone to know just how special they are—and carry themselves with enough dignity to make you laugh.
- Clementine
- Bernadette
- Cordelia
- Tabitha
- Seraphina
- Georgette
- Tatiana
- Josephine
- Genevieve
- Esmeralda
Funny Cat Names from Quirky Behaviors
Does your cat get up to some strange and entertaining antics, like zooming from room to room or constantly purring?
These names come from Rover’s name database, meaning cat parents across the U.S. chose these funny names to honor their cat’s entertaining and wonderfully weird ways.
- Squishy
- Wobbles
- Porky
- Purrsalot
- Lightning
- Zoomer
- Squeaker
- Wigglebutt
- Wheezy
- Grumbles
Cat Puns that Make Funny Names
If you love a good pun, a play on words might make the perfect name for your cat. Try one of these clever names based on cat-related puns.
- Meowzart
- Elvis Purrsley
- Napawleon Bonapart
- Fuzz Lightyear
- Furcules
- Pawdrey Hepburn
- Muscateer
- Feline Dion
- Albus Dumblepaws
- Whiskerella
- Purrscilla
- Douglas Fur
- Cat Benatar
- Pawlo Picasso
- Bartholomew
- Copurrnicus
- Meowlileo
- Meowcus Aurelius
- Mewlius Caesar
- Persephone (Purrsephone)
- Clawdia
- Purscilla
- Cleopawtra
- Pawnelope
- Aphrobite
Funny Cat Names with Titles
If your cat demands all the respect and dignity of royalty, you might consider giving them a name with a title. These picks would make an excellent choice for any aristocatic pet.
- Lord Meowington
- Count Catula
- Duke Whiskers
- Countess von Nibbles
- Baron von Scratcher
- Lady Hiss
- Empress Biscuits
- Sir Pouncealot
- Chairman Meow
- Baroness Von Fluff
- Lady Mew
- Duchess of Purrs
- Queen Purrington
- Mary, Queen of Cats
- Dame Kitty
Famous Funny Cat Names
Books, movies, TV shows, and memes feature plenty of funny cats. Get inspiration for your cat’s name from these clever, witty, and just plain entertaining cats.
- Garfield
- Grumpy Cat
- Tigger
- Tom
- Salem
- Meowth
- Hobbes
- Puss in Boots
- Felix the Cat
- Mr. Bigglesworth
Absurdist Cat Names
Is your cat a little eccentric? Give them an unconventional name to match—like one of these picks from Rover’s cat name database.
- Detective Mittens
- Taco Belle
- Bathtub
- El Camino
- Dump Truck
- Muscles
- Rapscallion
- Tootles
- Monopoly
- Schrodinger
Silly Names for Unique Cats
Extraordinary cats deserve names to match! These lighthearted picks come from Rover cat parents who wanted to add a touch of humor to their cat’s name.
- Mr. Meowser
- Mister President
- Captain Anchovy
- Professor Fluffy
- Inspector Gus
- Big Bertha
- Cowboy Jones
- Crooked Jack
- Daisy Mittens
- Cheddar Bob
Famous Character Cat Names
Some people find the perfect cat name from a favorite book, TV show, or movie. These pop culture cat names come from Rover cat parents.
- Commissionor Gordon
- George Michael
- Jean-Ralphio
- Xena, Warrior Princess
- George Weasley (Adopting two cats? Name them Fred and George—especially if they’re both orange cats!)
- Skippyjon Jones
- Calamity Jane
- Moira Rose
- Flynn Rider
- Colonel Mustard
- Regina George
- Jack Sparrow
- Lebowski
- Mr. Big
- Walter White
Funny Personality and Appearance Names for Cats
Does your cat constantly get into scrapes? Maybe they love to chat—or they’re very quick with their claws. A funny name could also reference part of your cat’s appearance, like an unusual fur pattern or a missing leg. These names highlight unique personality and appearance traits in an entertaining way.
- Gremlin
- Rascal
- Yardstick (for a 3-legged cat)
- Daggermonster
- Boxhead
- Scamp
- Deathclaw
- Nibbler
- Mischief
- Shadowcat
- Diva
- Orion the Hunter
- Miss Demeanor
- Frankenfur
- Howler
- Napper
- Mr. Wiggles
- Cuddlebug
- Boogly
- Chomper
Funny Food Names for Cats
Plenty of foods can also make entertaining cat names, based on these picks from the Rover cat name database. A funny name for your cat could come from a food they always try to steal, a food they resemble in some way, or even your favorite food!
- Tater Tot
- Crab Rangoon
- Fishstick
- Full English Breakfast
- Dumpling
- Twinkie
- Mustard
- Brownie
- Hashbrown
- Butterscotch
- Biscuits and Gravy (This makes a great long name for one cat or matching names for a pair)
- Ketchup
- Big Mac
- Gnocchi
- Kit-Kat
- Orange Chicken
- Beefcake
- Ramen
- Beans
- Fig Newton
- Mochi
- Pop Tart
- Sushi
- Churro
- Pudding
- Pancake
- Biscuit
- Noodle
- Meatball
- Sprinkles
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