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Cat names used to be pretty straightforward (“here, Whiskers!”), and while there’s nothing wrong with those old-fashioned choices, your new furry feline friend deserves a name that feels like kismet. That is you can’t imagine any other name for them than the one you chose. (In fact, Kismet is a kitty name that’s grown 145% since last year.)
Whether you’re looking for a unique female cat name or a common cute one to suit your girl, we’ve compiled a list of the top 100 female cat names to serve as inspiration for you. For all of those tough or adorable, pretty or colorful ladies out there, you’re sure to find something that’ll jog your imagination!
Unique Female Cat Names
Are you looking for the top female cat names? We’ve got you covered! These are our favorite 15 names for each trending category, when it comes to girls for the year. You’re sure to see something below that will fit your new kitten.
- Aspen
- Cthulhu
- Friendly
- Hella
- Jinx
- Juno
- Kali
- Marley
- Orbit
- Rue
- Rorie
- Samba
- Stevie
- Tiger
- Valentina
Cute Girl Cat Names
- Bambi
- Beans
- Birdie
- Blossom
- Buggs
- Cadbury
- Dolly
- Fig
- Jammy
- Kitty Boo
- Little Sister
- Milano
- Sugar
- Zip
- Zoomer
Colorful Cat Girl Names
- Ashy
- Blanche
- Blueberry
- Blu
- Buckwheat
- Jade
- Lilac
- Maeve
- Matcha
- Oatmeal
- Opal
- Peach Toast
- Scarlette
- Silver
- Topaz
Snuggly Girl Cat Names
- Bambi
- Bb
- Bunny
- Chibi
- Cuddles
- Fluffy
- Kirby
- Meadow
- Precious
- Puffy
- Squish
- Tator Tot
- Taffy
- Teddy
- Yam
Famous Girl Names for Cats
- Cardi (B)
- Dolly (Parton)
- Doja (Cat)
- Greta (Thunberg)
- Kylie (Jenner)
- Lizzo
- Max (Stranger Things)
- RiRi
- Taylor (Swift)
- Ziwe
Strong Girl Cat Names
- Betty
- Cassia
- Cleopatra
- Eleven
- Lilith
- Maddie
- Minerva
- Prada
- Rue
- Xena
Spunky Girl Cat Names
- Aurora
- Ava
- Boots
- Dolly
- Elsa
- Gypsy
- Harley
- Wednesday
- Oynx
- Star
- Storm
Funny Girl Cat Names
- Boots
- Cricket
- Cinnamon
- Kitten
- Mango
- Muffin
- Patches
- Pebbles
- Snickers
- Spooky
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Top Vintage Cat Names
Does it seem strange to see “grandma” names in a cat name list? It shouldn’t. Old names are popular! There’s something nostalgic about these female cat names that keep people returning to them year after year.
- Minnie
- Pearl
- Louise
- Beatrice
- Nellie
- Marie
- Florence
- Ethel
- Thelma
- Martha
- Myrtle
- Agnes
- Bessie
- Mae
- Gladys
- Gertrude
- Lula
- Blanche
- Rosa
- Viola
Double Names for Female Cats
While short names are often recommended for cats, double names remain popular. And there’s no reason you can’t choose one of these popular double female cat names and shorten it for everyday use.
- Miss Kitty
- Kit Kat
- Sweet Pea
- Little Bit
- Tiger Lily
- Tinker Bell
- Norma Jean
- Penny Lane
- Stevie Nicks
- Princess Leia
An Ode to Luna: The Hottest Female Cat Name
What is it about Luna? This lovely name, which means “moon” in Spanish, has remained one of the most popular female cat names. In fact, it’s number one among male AND female cats combined! And it beats out the second most popular female cat name on the list, Lily, by a mile.
We’re guessing it’s a combination of factors. Cat names associated with nighttime and the moon are generally popular, perhaps accounting for the sheer number of black cats out there. And of those nocturnal choices, Luna is the most feminine of the lot. (Others include Shadow and Midnight). Not only that, Harry Potter fans have the ethereal Luna Lovegood as an inspiration.
Anime lovers may have also chosen Luna, thanks to the cat character on the long-running show Sailor Moon.
But at the end of the day, Luna is a surprisingly popular name for human babies, where it’s risen to the top 50 girl baby names in recent years. It’s not just popular but trending: it jumped from the 453rd most popular female baby name in 2007 to the 35th in 2017! That’s quite a rise, and cat owners are just as taken with it as parents of new babies.
All about the cat names trends
Across the board, we’re seeing a significant lift in human names for cats. While word names like Cinder and Snow are still big-along with character names like Nala, Mirabel, and Mewtwo-the cat names with the biggest growth are also popular baby names.
This year’s most popular baby names that scored within the top 10 for carts include: Chloe, Zoe, Sophie, Molly, and Phoebe!
God and goddess names for cats are also on the rise, with Athena, Artemis, and Juno ranking higher than ever in girl cat names.
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Find Your Female Cat Name Inspiration
Cats become part of the family. And you want to make sure you choose a special name that reflects that bond. The most popular girl cat names often come from pop culture, nature, and your family history. Really new to cat parenthood? Inspiration can get even more on-the-nose. Take a look at your kitty’s:
- Coat colors: Does your little girl have a smoky grey pattern? Or is she a mysterious black cat? Maybe a fiesty orange? A cat’s coat color can suggest names, especially when paired with her personality.
- Hair “styles”: Kittens are fluffy. But some cats keep their long, luxurious hair into adulthood. Maybe those curls make you think of Ringlet. Or the fluff puts you in mind of Dandelion. Look at how your cat’s hair falls, then think of names to match.
- Unique touches: Every cat is different. Your unique girl cat may have a kink in her tail. Or maybe a pink spot on her ear that looks like a Ladybug. Pick out those unusual touches that only she has.
But also keep these name reminders in mind:
- Personality counts: Is your kitten a diva? A bouncy ball of energy? In addition to appearance, a cat’s behavior can help shape their name.
- Beware of confusion: Maybe you love Rhaenyra Targaryen from House of the Dragon. The name’s a touch long when you’re trying to call her for dinner, though. And it could get misspelled or mispronounced at the vet. Consider shortening it to Rhae so no one gets confused, especially your beautiful cat.
- Practice first: You may not decide to train your cat to respond to commands. But you will say her name. A lot. So make sure the female cat name you choose is something easy to say. And a sound you like hearing.
Pro-tip: Take the time to say your ideas aloud. One or two will start to stick. And you’ll see her eyes sparkle as she decides the name is a perfect match. Then you can offer treats to help reinforce it as “the one.”
100 Female Cat Names From A to Z
We look at the top female cat names in our database every year. And this is our list of the 100 most popular for girl cats in alphabetical order. Take a look and see if one of these resonates with your new family member.
- Abby
- Alice
- Angel
- Annie
- Artemis
- Arya
- Athena
- Baby
- Bailey
- Bean
- Bella
- Belle
- Boo
- Callie
- Charlie
- Charlotte
- Chloe
- Cleo
- Coco
- Cookie
- Daisy
- Ella
- Ellie
- Emma
- Fiona
- Frankie
- Freya
- Gigi
- Ginger
- Gracie
- Hazel
- Honey
- Ivy
- Izzy
- Jasmine
- Juniper
- Kiki
- Kitty
- Kiwi
- Layla
- Leia
- Lily
- Lola
- Lucy
- Lulu
- Luna
- Maggie
- Mama
- Maya
- Mia
- Midnight
- Mila
- Millie
- Mimi
- Minnie
- Missy
- Misty
- Mittens
- Mochi
- Molly
- Momo
- Nala
- Nova
- Olive
- Olivia
- Oreo
- Peaches
- Peanut
- Pearl
- Penelope
- Penny
- Pepper
- Phoebe
- Piper
- Poppy
- Princess
- Pumpkin
- Raven
- Rosie
- Roxy
- Ruby
- Sadie
- Sage
- Salem
- Sasha
- Sassy
- Scout
- Shadow
- Smokey
- Sophie
- Stella
- Stormy
- Suki
- Sushi
- Trixie
- Violet
- Willow
- Winnie
- Zelda
- Zoe
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Discover More Female Cat Names
Maybe you’d prefer a less popular female cat name for your kitten. (Not everyone wants to go with the most common names out there) In that case, never fear. Rover has you covered with even more adult and kitten name ideas.
Some of the cat names come from our pet name data. Others come with expert suggestions and popularity rankings where available. We offer name lists for every cat lover, including cute cat names, Halloween cat names, and funny pun cat names. You’re sure to find inspiration for your little girl!
