Adopting a furry friend this fall? Consider choosing a name that fits the spirit of spooky season!
Whether you’re bringing home a cat that’s as sweet as candy or mischievous like a creature of the night, Halloween is full of fun and festive inspiration. Black cats in particular have long been associated with mysticism and magic, dating back to witch trials and ancient Celtic Samhain rituals—but a cat of any color can have a spooky name.
From creepy crawly things to friendly ghosts and autumnal treats, this list of 185 Halloween-inspired names is full of monikers to match the personality of your new little monster.
Creatures of the Night
“IT’S ALIIIIIVE!” Behold a batch of names inspired by things that go bump in the night! Classic movie monsters and creepy creatures haunt this list.
- Frankenstein
- Dracula
- Count
- Nosferatu
- Casper
- Ghost
- Ghoul
- Goblin
- Werewolf (nickname: Wolf)
- Zombie
- Mummy
- Monster
- Creature
- Banshee
- Boogeyman (nickname: Boo)
- Grim Reaper (nickname: Grim)
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Classic Horror Villain Names
If your cat loves delivering surprise jump scares, consider a name from this list of nightmare-inducing villains. These characters are found in some of the most terrifyingly scary blockbusters!
- Freddy
- Krueger
- Jason
- Pennywise
- Michael Myers
- Ghostface (nickname: Ghost)
- Chucky
- Hannibal
- Lecter
- Annabelle
- Jigsaw
- Joker
Hocus Pocus Names
Don’t light the black-flame candle! These creative “Hocus Pocus” cat names are sure to put a spell on you:
- Winifred
- Mary
- Sarah
- Sanderson (nickname: Sandy)
- Thackery Binx (nickname: Binx)
- Billy Butcherson
- Max
- Dani
Tim Burton Cat Names
From animated features like “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Corpse Bride” to live-action films like “Sleepy Hollow,” Tim Burton’s flicks are eerie and eclectic.
- Frankenweenie
- Beetlejuice
- Jack Skellington
- Sally
- Oogie Boogie
- Finkelstein
- Bonejangles
- Ichabod
- Sweeney Todd
- Mrs. Lovett
- Victor
- Edward Scissorhands – Perfect for a kitty who always needs a nail trim!
- Winona – Since Winona Ryder is a staple in many Burton movies, this name is fitting for the fall season.
- Burton – An homage to Tim Burton himself, which can cutely be shortened to “Burt”
Cat Names from the Addams Family
Since cats can be creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky, The Addams Family is the perfect inspiration:
- Wednesday
- Morticia
- Pugsley
- Lurch
- Gomez
- Fester
- Addams
- Kitty Kat – Morticia’s pet lion in the original series!
Halloween Names from Books and Literature
Bookworms will find a slew of Halloween names drawn from literature:
- Edgar – Honoring Edgar Allan Poe, best known for his macabre stories and poems like “The Raven”
- Poe
- Raven
- Jekyll – The doctor in the gothic novel “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”
- Hyde – The evil version of Jekyll in “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”
- King – Honoring legendary horror author Stephen King
- Annie – Based on the character Annie Wilkes in King’s novel “Misery”
- Barlow – Based on Kurt Barlow, an ancient vampire in King’s novel “Salem’s Lot”
- Carrie
- Bram – Honoring Bram Stoker, author of “Dracula”
- Van Helsing
- Renfield
- Igor
- Dorian Gray
- R.L. Stine – Honoring the author of Goosebumps
TV Halloween Cat Names
A vampire slayer, monster hunters, and monsters themselves make up this list! These TV characters will help you channel the perfect name for your feline friend:
- Buffy
- Spike
- Sam
- Dean
- Winchester – The surname of Dean and Sam in “Supernatural”—can be shortened to “Winnie”!
- Scooby Doo
- Vincent Van Ghoul – A recurring character and warlock in the Scooby Doo franchise
- Sookie – The protagonist in HBO’s vampire series “True Blood”
- Eddie Munster
- Herman Munster
- Eleven – The powerful, mysterious, demogorgon-fighting character in “Stranger Things.” Shorten to “Elle” as a nickname!
- Penny Dreadful – “Penny” can pay homage to the macabre horror series that features dark literary characters
- Norman Bates
Halloween Movie Cat Names
You’ll find characters from campy horror flicks, scary movies, and family-friendly films. These names are derived from the silver screen and just may suit kitty:
- Coraline
- Ghostbuster (nickname: Ghost)
- Gizmo – The most notable, havoc-wrecking creature in Gremlins
- Rosemary – Inspired by Rosemary’s Baby
- Jack Torrance – For people who have learned to sleep at night after watching “The Shining”
- Damien – Inspired by “The Omen”
- Malachai – Inspired by “Children of the Corn”
- Elvira – Or, if you’re really feeling creative, “Elvira, Mistress of the Dark”
- Pearl
- Samara
- Regan
- Esther
- Ripley – Based on Sigourney Weaver’s character Ellen Ripley from the terrifying “Alien” franchise
- Cullen – For devoted vampire-loving Twilight fans
- Morbius – A spooky anti-hero from Marvel comics
- Lestat – Inspired by “Interview with a Vampire”
- Tangina – The eccentric medium in “Poltergeist”
- Madame Leota – The iconic woman whose head floats in a crystal ball in the “Haunted Mansion” movies, based on the beloved Disneyland ride
International horror names
The international horror genre holds some of the scariest flicks. These movies will have you sleeping with the lights on and may inspire a terrifying name fitting for your feline:
- Orlok – Inspired by the original “Nosferatu” film, made in Germany
- Sadako – Inspired by the Japanese film, “Ringu”
- Kayako – Inspired by the Japanese film “Ju-On: The Grudge”
- Eli – Inspired by the Swedish film “Let The Right One In”
- La Llorona – Inspired by the Guatemalan film “La Llorona”
- Babadook – Inspired by the Australian film “The Babadook”; shorten to Baba or Babs!
Seasonal & Nature Names
If October’s cozy vibes strike your fancy, why not choose a cat name that captures the magic of the season? These names evoke crisp air, autumnal harvest, and the beauty of fall as a whole.
- Pumpkin
- Patch
- Apple
- Orchard
- Cider
- Stormy
- Chestnut
- Autumn
- Acorn
- Maple
- Willow
- Clover
- Moon
- Twilight
- Crescent
- Luna
- Chai
- Pumpkin Spice Latte – A fun and creative name paying tribute to a seasonal favorite!
- Red – Not only is this a fall color, but Swifties will agree it’s also Taylor’s most fallish album…
- Evermore – Taylor Swift fans may also celebrate the season by listening to her folky, autumnal album “Evermore.” Shorten to ‘Ever’ as a nickname!
Creepy & Cute Names
If you’re drawn to the spookiness of spooky season, a pet name that blends creepy and cute might be the perfect fit for your feline. These hauntingly delightful names appeal to Halloween aficionados.
- Bones
- Boo
- Spooky
- Hallow
- Eve – A tribute to All Hallows’ Eve
- Shadow
- Salem
- Jinx
- Crystal
- Nox – “Night” in Latin
- Magic
- Mystic (nickname: Misty)
- Hex
- Lucifer
- Midnight
- Jack-o-Lantern (nickname: Jack)
- Gothic
- Scarecrow
- Crimson
- Bat-Cat
- Spirit
- Fang
- Tricksy
- Ash
- Spider
- Cobweb
- Stitches
- Claws
- Scar
- Catacomb (nickname: Cat)
- Slayer
- Vemon
- Dusk
- Gloom
- Grave
- Black Cat – You can’t get more classic Halloween than this!
Candy Names
- Candy Corn (nickname: Candy)
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- KitKat
- Snickers
- Butterscotch
- Chocolate
- Licorice
- Ginger
- Twix
- Toffee
- Jellybean
- Caramel
- Tootsie
- Marshmallow
- Baby Ruth
- Hershey
- Milky Way
- Skittles
- Peanut
- Sour Patch Kid – First they’re sour, then they’re sweet! Option to use “Patch” as a nickname.
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