With a role in everything from ancient Egyptian religion to Japanese folklore and Celtic myths, cats have long been more than just cozy companions. For centuries, they’ve been woven into tales of magic and mystery—and especially stories of witches.
The connection is so strong that cats—especially black cats—are still part of witch lore today. Which makes a witchy name perfect for a new feline friend. From Salem to Elphaba, this list of 180 bewitching names can inspire a moniker for cats black, gray, tabby, or totally otherworldly.
Witches from Books
Whether your cat is a Gryffindor or a Slytherin, there are witchy monikers aplenty throughout literature! This list features a trove of names for Harry Potter fans, along with other spellbinding witches plucked from the pages of a book. Put the sorting hat on your kitty and see what’s in store:
- Harry Potter – You can’t get more classic than this!
- Crookshanks – There’s no better Harry Potter cat name than Crookshanks, paying homage to Hermione’s clever orange feline companion.
- Hermione
- Ronald
- Granger
- Weasley
- Draco
- Malfoy
- Ginny
- Molly
- Fred (pair with George for a cute duo name)
- George (pair with Fred for a cute duo name)
- Severus Snape – A perfect full-name moniker for a black cat.
- Ollivander (nickname: Ollie)
- Minerva
- Albus
- Godric
- Salazar
- Rowena
- Helga
- Ravenclaw – ‘Claw’ makes this Hogwarts house-inspired name purrfectly cat-like; shorten to “Raven” for a nickname.
- Gryffindor (nickname: Gryff)
- Nimbus
- Bellatrix
- Neville
- Sirius
- Padfoot
- Dobby
- Mandrake – A vocal kitty who can’t stop meowing might fit.
- Jadis – The mystical and terrifying White Witch from The Chronicles of Narnia series.
- Parris – Inspired by Reverand Parris in The Crucible.
- Susanna – Inspired by Susanna Walcott in The Crucible.
- Macbeth – Though the character of Macbeth is not a witch himself, this Shakespeare play features a famous trio of witches called The Weird Sisters; shorten to nickname “Mac.”
- Grimm – Inspired by the Grimm Brothers, who penned classic witch tales like Hansel and Gretel and Rapunzel.
- Matilda – The magical protagonist of Roald Dahl’s children’s book.
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Witches from TV and Movies
From the light-hearted Halloween flick Hocus Pocus to the terrifying TV series American Horror Story, movies and television are a great source for witch-inspired pet names. This list has something for felines of all personalities:
- Winifred – The leading crone in Hocus Pocus, always ready to put a spell on you!
- Mary – The goofiest Sanderson sister in Hocus Pocus, with a penchant for sniffing out children.
- Sarah – The Sanderson sister from Hocus Pocus with her head in the clouds, who likes to run amok, amok, amok!
- Sanderson (nickname: Sandy)
- Binx – Inspired by Thackery Binx, the helpful black cat who teams up with Max and Dani in Hocus Pocus.
- Sally – Sandra Bullock’s character in the autumnal, witchy film Practical Magic.
- Gillian – Nicole Kidman’s character in Practical Magic; pair with Sally if you are looking to name a duo!
- Elphaba (nickname: Elphie)
- Glinda
- Agatha – A very witchy name inspired by Agatha Harkness of the Marvel universe.
- Wanda – Marvel fans may also enjoy naming their cat after The Scarlet Witch.
- Marnie – Nostalgic Disney Channel original movie lovers may appreciate this name, inspired by Marnie Piper of Halloweentown.
- Cromwell – Inspired by Debbie Reynolds’ Halloweentown character Aggie Cromwell.
- Kalabar – The antagonist of Halloweentown has the perfect name for a naughty kitty.
- Gladys – Inspired by the creepy and powerful Aunt Gladys in the 2025 movie Weapons.
- Sabrina Spellman – 90s lovers can draw inspiration from the iconic sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
- Zelda
- Hilda
- Salem – The sassy cat familiar from Sabrina the Teenage Witch (and an inherently witchy name)
- Willow – The resident witch on Buffy the Vampire Slayer (plus a witchy Taylor Swift song…)
- Yennifer – Inspired by Yennefer of Vengerberg, a magical sorceress in The Witcher; shorten to Yen for a nickname.
- Maleficent
- Ursula
- Merlin
- Gandalf
- Blair – Inspired by The Blair Witch Project.
- Elvira
- Mother Gothel
- Samantha – The housewife and secret witch from the old-school TV series Bewitched.
- Endora
- Tabitha
- Fiona – Jessica Lange’s character, a former witch supreme, in American Horror Story: Coven.
- Phoebe
- Piper
- Prue
- Paige
- Halliwell (nickname: Hallie)
- Melisandre – The red priestess and spiritual fanatic in the Game of Thrones series; shorten to “Mel” for a nickname.
- Kiki – Inspired by the anime Kiki’s Delivery Service.
- Nancy – The most unhinged character in the campy Halloween classic The Craft.
- Manon – The powerful deity that the girls invoke in The Craft (as well as a prominent witch in the Sarah J. Maas book series Throne of Glass)
Witchy Nature Names
Sage, Clove, and Brimstone are just a few nature-inspired names perfect for a witchy kitty, each evoking the elements and suiting a cat with a mysterious, untamed spirit. This list features herbs, crystals, and other earthy magical themes:
- Sage
- Clove
- Rosemary
- Raven
- Moon
- Hallow
- Hazel
- Ember
- Misty
- Briar
- Fern
- Wolfsbane
- Sable
- Thorn
- Brimstone
- Amethyst
- Juniper
- Wisteria
- Belladonna
- Flora (pair with Fauna for a cute duo name)
- Fauna (pair with Flora for a cute duo name)
Names for Witches in Other Languages
For cats wise beyond their years, consider a name from this list. From mystical synonyms for “witch” to magical beings from around the world, you’re sure to find a creative name that suits your enchanting feline.
- Majo (Japanese)
- Bruja (Spanish)
- Strega (French)
- Hexe (German)
- Cailleach (Irish)
- Wizard
- Warlock
- Sorceress
- Enchantress
- Crone
- Necromancer
- Mage
Close but not quite right? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with Halloween cat names, names for black cats, and mystical names for your new friend.
Spiritual & Wiccan Names
If your kitty summons all sorts of magic and mischief, behold this list of names inspired by Wiccan tradition and spiritual practices. Here you will find goddesses with great power, witches from ancient folklore, and a slew of creative names inspired by witchcraft.
- Hecate – The Greek goddess of witchcraft.
- Aradia – The Italian moon goddess who is known as a queen of witches.
- Circe – The Greek goddess of sorcery.
- Isis – The Egyptian goddess of magic.
- Morrigan – The Irish goddess of war and death, with the ability to transform into a crow.
- Selene – The Greek goddess of the moon.
- Arianrhod – The Welsh goddess of the moon, stars, and time.
- Nyx – The Greek goddess of the night.
- Gaia – The Greek goddess of the earth.
- Artemis – The Greek goddess of the wilderness, wild animals, and the moon.
- Luna – The Roman goddess of the moon.
- Lady Chang’O – The Chinese goddess of the moon.
- Freya – The Norse goddess of love, fertility, and war.
- Medea – A powerful sorceress in Greek mythology.
- Grimhild – A beautiful dark sorceress in Greek mythology.
- Lilith – A dark witch from Jewish folklore, said to be one of the first evils.
- Baba Yaga – A crone from East Slavic folklore; shorten to Baba for a nickname.
- Morgan le Fay – A witch from medieval myths.
- Litha – The Wiccan summer solstice.
- Rowan – A protective tree from Celtic and Scottish folklore with the ability to ward off evil.
- Samhain – The ancient Gaelic celebration where it is believed spirits can cross over to the living.
- Amulet – An object equipped with a protective charm to ward off evil.
- Tarot
- Potion
- Conjure
- Spell
- Rune
- Voodoo
- Magic
- Charm
- Conjur
- Hex
- Jinx
- Omen
- Cauldron
- Coven
- Fate
- Brew
- Spirit
- Apothecary (nickname: Cary)
- Talisman
- Crystal
- Candle
- Salt
- Mortar (pair with Pestle for a cute duo name)
- Pestle (pair with Mortar for a cute duo name)
- Seance
- Broom
- Wand
- Grimoire
- Wisp
- Echo
- Psychic
- Divine
- Pagan
Historical Witch Names
Looking for a name with real-world magic? These historical figures were once believed to hold supernatural power. From a New Orleans Voodoo queen to accused Salem witches, these old-school names are suited for a feline with a mysterious presence.
- Marie Laveau – A New Orleans voodoo practitioner and herbalist in the 1800s.
- Tituba – A Native American woman accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Bridget Bishop – The first woman accused during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Rebecca – A woman accused during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Elizabeth – A woman accused during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Proctor – Inspired by John Proctor, a landowner accused during the Salem Witch Trials.
- Isobel Gowdie – A Scottish woman who confessed to practicing witchcraft.
- Moll Dyer – A woman chased out of her Maryland town in the 1600s after being accused of witchcraft.
- Gerald Gardner – The founder of Wicca.
- Endor – The only witch mentioned in the Hebrew Bible.
Familiars from Ages Past
If your feline friend seems like they were born to be your magical sidekick, why not give them a name worthy of a witch’s familiar? Familiars were believed to be an animal that aided a witch in their magic and acted as a spirit guide. This list features common sidekicks as well as a few familiars from old legends.
- Grimalkin – An ancient name for a cat associated with witches and magic.
- Sugar – Inspired by Sack and Sugar, a black rabbit familiar from the 17th century.
- Pye – Inspired by Pyewacket, a Siamese cat familiar from the 17th century.
- Black Cat
- Owl
- Toad
