Cat Name Maker

228 names · each with a meaning

Female cat names

Names for queens, divas, shy little sweethearts and everything in between. Tap generate for six girl names at a time, or browse the hand-picked list below.

228 names in the hat

GenderGirl

  • Cleo

    Girl

    Short for Cleopatra, "glory of the father"; for a cat who expects royal treatment.

    Greek34 of 12,782 Seattle cats

    Rank 16 of 5,870 · percentile 99.7

  • Luna

    Girl

    Latin for "moon", a soft, glowing pick for a cat who does her best work after dark.

    Latin111 of 12,782 Seattle cats

    Rank 1 of 5,870 · percentile 99.9

  • Stella

    Girl

    Latin for "star", for a cat who knows she is the main character.

    Latin21 of 12,782 Seattle cats

    Rank 42 of 5,870 · percentile 99.2

All 228 names

Most popular girl cat names

Girl-tagged names with the most Seattle licenses. The girl tag is ours. Seattle recorded the spelling and the count, not the sex of the cat.

  • Luna

    Latin for "moon", a soft, glowing pick for a cat who does her best work after dark.

    GirlLatin111 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1 of 5,870 · percentile 99.9

  • Lucy

    From Latin lux, "light"; a bright, friendly classic that never sounds dated.

    GirlLatin59 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 2 of 5,870 · percentile 99.9

  • Lily

    The white lily stands for purity. Lovely for a pale, gentle cat (just keep real lilies out of the house; they are toxic to cats).

    GirlEnglish51 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 3 of 5,870 · percentile 99.9

  • Bella

    Italian for "beautiful"; simple, warm and easy to call across the house.

    GirlItalian42 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 7 of 5,870 · percentile 99.8

  • Willow

    The graceful, bending tree; suits a slender, calm cat who drapes over furniture.

    GirlEnglish39 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 12 of 5,870 · percentile 99.8

  • Cleo

    Short for Cleopatra, "glory of the father"; for a cat who expects royal treatment.

    GirlGreek34 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 16 of 5,870 · percentile 99.7

  • Penny

    A copper coin and a short form of Penelope; lucky on a copper-coated cat.

    GirlEnglish33 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 18 of 5,870 · percentile 99.7

  • Kiki

    A bouncy, doubled nickname that sounds like a kitten skittering across a wooden floor.

    GirlOther31 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 20 of 5,870 · percentile 99.7

  • Freya

    The Norse goddess of love, whose chariot was said to be pulled by cats. A natural fit.

    GirlNorse29 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 22 of 5,870 · percentile 99.6

  • Olive

    Small, green-gold and a little salty; great for a cat with olive-green eyes.

    GirlEnglish28 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 23 of 5,870 · percentile 99.6

  • Sophie

    From Sophia, "wisdom", for the cat who watches everything and judges quietly.

    GirlGreek27 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 24 of 5,870 · percentile 99.6

  • Coco

    A chic, French-sounding nickname tied to cocoa; warm on a brown or black coat.

    GirlFrench26 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 25 of 5,870 · percentile 99.6

  • Gracie

    A friendly form of Grace (Latin gratia), for the cat who never misses a jump.

    GirlLatin25 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 27 of 5,870 · percentile 99.5

  • Lulu

    A doubled, sing-song name that turns every call into a little tune.

    GirlOther25 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 27 of 5,870 · percentile 99.5

  • Phoebe

    Greek for "bright, radiant", and the name of one of Saturn's moons.

    GirlGreek25 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 27 of 5,870 · percentile 99.5

  • Poppy

    The bright red-orange wildflower; cheerful on a ginger or calico.

    GirlEnglish25 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 27 of 5,870 · percentile 99.5

  • Rosie

    Rose-cheeked and friendly, a softer take on the classic flower name.

    GirlEnglish25 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 27 of 5,870 · percentile 99.5

  • Hazel

    The hazel tree and its nut-brown shade; lovely for golden-brown eyes.

    GirlEnglish24 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 33 of 5,870 · percentile 99.4

Flower and nature names

Blossoms, trees, gems and weather. Soft, pretty names that suit a gentle cat or a pastel coat.

  • Daisy

    From "day's eye", the flower that opens at dawn; for the cat who wakes you early.

    GirlEnglish22 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 39 of 5,870 · percentile 99.3

  • Juniper

    The evergreen shrub with blue berries; airy, outdoorsy and a little bit spicy.

    GirlEnglish21 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 42 of 5,870 · percentile 99.2

  • Ivy

    The climbing vine, ideal for a cat who scales bookshelves and curtains.

    GirlEnglish20 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 50 of 5,870 · percentile 99.1

  • Ember

    A glowing coal; lovely for a cat with a fiery orange coat.

    GirlEnglish18 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 63 of 5,870 · percentile 98.8

  • Chloe

    Greek for "green shoot"; a fresh, springy classic.

    GirlGreek17 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 72 of 5,870 · percentile 98.7

  • Violet

    The modest purple flower; elegant on a blue-grey cat.

    GirlEnglish17 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 72 of 5,870 · percentile 98.7

  • Ruby

    The deep red gemstone; rich on a reddish coat.

    GirlEnglish15 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 86 of 5,870 · percentile 98.4

  • Clover

    A lucky little plant, for the cat who brought luck into your home.

    GirlEnglish14 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 97 of 5,870 · percentile 98.1

  • Pearl

    A precious, softly shining gem; luminous on a white or silver cat.

    GirlEnglish14 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 97 of 5,870 · percentile 98.1

  • Iris

    The rainbow goddess and a graceful flower; lovely for a cat with bright eyes.

    GirlGreek13 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 110 of 5,870 · percentile 97.9

  • Maple

    Warm like autumn leaves and syrup; perfect for amber fur.

    GirlEnglish12 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 123 of 5,870 · percentile 97.6

  • Opal

    A shimmering gem with flashes of color; lovely for a pale calico.

    GirlEnglish12 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 123 of 5,870 · percentile 97.6

  • Misty

    Soft and hazy like morning fog.

    GirlEnglish9 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 179 of 5,870 · percentile 96.5

  • Raven

    The glossy black bird; sleek, clever and a little mysterious.

    GirlEnglish8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Wren

    A small brown songbird; light and lively.

    GirlEnglish8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Aurora

    The Roman goddess of dawn, and the northern lights.

    GirlLatin7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Birdie

    For a light, chirpy kitten who watches birds all day.

    GirlEnglish7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Aspen

    A pale-barked tree whose leaves shimmer in the wind.

    GirlEnglish6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Fern

    A soft, feathery green plant; quiet and woodland-fresh.

    GirlEnglish6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Hana

    Japanese for "flower"; soft and pretty for a gentle girl.

    GirlJapanese6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Sumi

    India ink (墨), the black ink used for brush writing.

    GirlJapanese6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Sweet Pea

    A fragrant, frilly flower and a classic term of endearment.

    GirlEnglish6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Yuki

    Japanese for "snow", for a cat as white and quiet as fresh snowfall.

    GirlJapanese6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Bee

    Small and buzzy, for a busy kitten.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

Goddesses and heroines

Names from myth and legend for a cat who expects to be worshipped (so, any cat).

  • Athena

    The Greek goddess of wisdom and strategy, for a cat who is clearly plotting something.

    GirlGreek19 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 56 of 5,870 · percentile 98.9

  • Artemis

    The Greek goddess of the hunt and the moon, for a silent, skilled stalker.

    GirlGreek17 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 72 of 5,870 · percentile 98.7

  • Juno

    Queen of the Roman gods, for a cat who rules the household.

    GirlLatin14 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 97 of 5,870 · percentile 98.1

  • Nyx

    The Greek goddess of night; dramatic and short for a jet-black cat.

    GirlGreek14 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 97 of 5,870 · percentile 98.1

  • Minerva

    The Roman goddess of wisdom; a scholarly name for a thoughtful cat.

    GirlLatin12 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 123 of 5,870 · percentile 97.6

  • Calliope

    The muse of epic poetry, whose name means "beautiful voice"; for a chatty calico.

    GirlGreek7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Lilith

    A night spirit from ancient folklore; dark, dramatic and memorable.

    GirlHebrew7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Persephone

    The Greek goddess who split her year between spring and the underworld.

    GirlGreek7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Pixie

    A tiny folklore sprite who loves to cause harmless trouble.

    GirlEnglish7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Calypso

    A sea nymph of Greek myth who kept Odysseus on her island for years.

    GirlGreek4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Selene

    The Greek goddess of the moon; serene and glowing.

    GirlGreek4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Thea

    Greek for "goddess"; short and luminous.

    GirlGreek4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Bastet

    The cat-headed Egyptian goddess of the home; the ultimate cat name.

    GirlEgyptian3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Circe

    A sorceress of Greek myth who turned sailors into pigs; magical and fierce.

    GirlGreek3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Andromeda

    The nearest big galaxy, and a princess from Greek myth.

    GirlGreek2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Astrid

    Old Norse for "divinely beautiful"; strong and Scandinavian.

    GirlNorse2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Skadi

    The Norse goddess of winter and skiing; for a snowy, independent cat.

    GirlNorse2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Cassiopeia

    A W-shaped constellation named after a vain queen of Greek myth.

    GirlGreek1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

Classic human names for girl cats

Vintage and timeless names that sound lovely shouted down a hallway.

  • Lola

    A Spanish nickname for Dolores; lively, flirty and easy to shout from the porch.

    GirlSpanish23 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 35 of 5,870 · percentile 99.4

  • Penelope

    Odysseus's patient wife in the Odyssey, for a cat who waits faithfully by the door.

    GirlGreek22 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 39 of 5,870 · percentile 99.3

  • Fiona

    From Gaelic fionn, "fair, white"; gentle on a pale or light-ginger cat.

    GirlIrish & Celtic19 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 56 of 5,870 · percentile 98.9

  • Alice

    From an old Germanic name meaning "noble", for a cat who follows anything down a hole.

    GirlGerman18 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 63 of 5,870 · percentile 98.8

  • Maggie

    A nickname for Margaret, "pearl"; a warm, down-to-earth classic.

    GirlGreek18 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 63 of 5,870 · percentile 98.8

  • Mia

    Italian for "mine", which is exactly how you feel about your new cat.

    GirlItalian18 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 63 of 5,870 · percentile 98.8

  • Ella

    A light, graceful name with Germanic roots; timeless and quick to call.

    GirlGerman17 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 72 of 5,870 · percentile 98.7

  • Piper

    Old English for "pipe player", for a cat who never stops talking.

    GirlEnglish15 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 86 of 5,870 · percentile 98.4

  • Sasha

    A friendly Russian nickname for Alexandra, "defender".

    GirlSlavic15 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 86 of 5,870 · percentile 98.4

  • Nora

    A short form of Eleanor or Honora; calm and confident.

    GirlLatin13 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 110 of 5,870 · percentile 97.9

  • Winnie

    A cozy nickname for Winifred, for a cat who loves honey-colored sunbeams.

    GirlEnglish12 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 123 of 5,870 · percentile 97.6

  • Ada

    A short, smart name; a nod to the first computer programmer.

    GirlGerman10 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 152 of 5,870 · percentile 97.0

  • Josie

    A spirited nickname for Josephine.

    GirlHebrew10 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 152 of 5,870 · percentile 97.0

  • Mabel

    From Latin amabilis, "lovable"; vintage and adorable.

    GirlLatin9 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 179 of 5,870 · percentile 96.5

  • Frida

    Germanic for "peace"; also a bold painter's name.

    GirlGerman8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Matilda

    A clever, book-loving heroine, and a Germanic name meaning "mighty in battle".

    GirlGerman8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Amelia

    An adventurous name, for a cat who flies off the top of the fridge.

    GirlGerman7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Delilah

    A sultry, sweet-sounding name for a little heartbreaker.

    GirlHebrew7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Eleanor

    A stately name worn by queens; serene and strong.

    GirlGreek7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Margot

    A chic French form of Margaret, "pearl".

    GirlFrench7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Greta

    A short, strong name with northern cool.

    GirlGerman6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Layla

    Arabic for "night"; an elegant name for a dark-coated girl.

    GirlArabic6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Maisie

    A Scottish pet form of Margaret; cheerful and sweet.

    GirlIrish & Celtic6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Pippa

    A perky nickname for Philippa, "lover of horses".

    GirlGreek6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

Sweet and cute girl names

Small, bouncy names that fit a tiny kitten and still work when she's grown.

  • Mimi

    A tiny doubled nickname; elegant for a small, dainty cat.

    GirlOther21 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 42 of 5,870 · percentile 99.2

  • Suki

    好き (suki) means liking, or being fond of.

    GirlJapanese21 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 42 of 5,870 · percentile 99.2

  • Minnie

    Tiny, cheerful and bouncy; works for the smallest cat in the house.

    GirlEnglish19 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 56 of 5,870 · percentile 98.9

  • Nala

    Short, warm and made famous by an animated lioness; great for a sandy-colored cat.

    GirlOther18 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 63 of 5,870 · percentile 98.8

  • Clementine

    A small, sweet citrus; the perfect name for a tiny ginger girl.

    GirlEnglish17 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 72 of 5,870 · percentile 98.7

  • Peaches

    Soft, fuzzy and sweet; great for a peachy-cream coat.

    GirlEnglish13 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 110 of 5,870 · percentile 97.9

  • Honey

    Golden, sweet and slow; for a cat who melts into your lap.

    GirlEnglish11 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 139 of 5,870 · percentile 97.4

  • Bubbles

    Light, round and full of fun.

    GirlEnglish9 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 179 of 5,870 · percentile 96.5

  • Callie

    A gentle nickname that nods to a calico coat.

    GirlGreek9 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 179 of 5,870 · percentile 96.5

  • Angel

    For a white cat who looks innocent, whatever the truth.

    GirlGreek8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Bunny

    For a cat who hops more than she walks.

    GirlEnglish6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Tilly

    A sweet nickname for Matilda; sprightly and kind.

    GirlGerman6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Buttercup

    A small yellow wildflower; cheerful and gentle.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Dot

    Small and simple, for a tiny cat or one with a single spot.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Junebug

    A summer beetle that bumps into everything; cheerful and clumsy.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Pebbles

    Small, round and smooth; cute for a little grey cat.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Jelly

    Wobbly and sweet; for a cat who is always bouncing.

    GirlEnglish4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Kitkat

    A double helping of "kit"; snappy and sweet.

    GirlEnglish4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Lottie

    A bubbly nickname for Charlotte.

    GirlFrench4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Mooncake

    A rich pastry shared at the Mid-Autumn Festival; round and golden.

    GirlChinese4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Cupcake

    Small, frosted and adorable.

    GirlEnglish3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Dottie

    A sweet nickname for Dorothy; perfect for a spotty cat.

    GirlGreek3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Mila

    Slavic for "dear, gracious"; light and lovely.

    GirlSlavic3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Pom Pom

    A fluffy ball of yarn come to life.

    GirlEnglish3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

Rare and unusual girl names

Distinctive names you're unlikely to hear at the vet's office, chosen from the rarest names in the records and our own finds.

  • Bramble

    A tangle of wild blackberry; for a scrappy, scratchy little hunter.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Lotus

    A sacred water flower that rises clean from the mud; serene and graceful.

    GirlGreek5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Tesla

    After the inventor Nikola Tesla; electric energy in a small body.

    GirlSlavic5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Chamomile

    A soothing herbal tea; perfect for the calmest cat in the house.

    GirlGreek4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Chanterelle

    A golden, apricot-scented wild mushroom; elegant and earthy.

    GirlFrench4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Nebula

    A glowing cloud of cosmic dust where stars are born.

    GirlLatin4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Persimmon

    A glossy orange autumn fruit; distinctive and sweet.

    GirlOther4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Winifred

    A Welsh saint's name; old-fashioned and charming.

    GirlIrish & Celtic4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Marigold

    A golden flower named after "Mary's gold"; cheerful and rarely used for pets.

    GirlEnglish3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Prudence

    Latin for "foresight", for the one cat in the world who looks before she leaps.

    GirlLatin3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Solstice

    The longest or shortest day of the year; a seasonal, poetic name.

    GirlLatin3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Lupine

    A tall purple wildflower whose name comes from Latin for "wolf".

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Lychee

    A fragrant fruit with a pale, juicy center.

    GirlChinese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Octavia

    Latin for "eighth"; grand and imperial.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Odette

    The swan princess of ballet; graceful and white.

    GirlFrench2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Quinoa

    A trendy grain whose name makes every vet visit funnier.

    GirlSpanish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Thimble

    A tiny sewing cap for the tiniest kitten.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Thistle

    A prickly purple wildflower and Scotland's emblem; pretty but fierce.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Vega

    One of the brightest stars in the summer sky; sleek and short.

    GirlArabic2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Velveeta

    A smooth, golden processed cheese, and a ridiculous name for a fluffy diva.

    GirlOther2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Vesper

    Latin for "evening", and an old name for the evening star.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Wilhelmina

    A grand Germanic name; long, regal and fun to shorten.

    GirlGerman2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Wisteria

    Cascading purple blossoms; romantic and rare for a cat.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Juneau

    Alaska's snowy capital; sounds like June but feels like winter.

    GirlFrench1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

Every other name on this page

These names match this page too. They are listed here so the count in the title matches the names you can see.

  • Stella

    Latin for "star", for a cat who knows she is the main character.

    GirlLatin21 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 42 of 5,870 · percentile 99.2

  • Nova

    A star that suddenly flares brighter, for a cat who explodes into zoomies.

    GirlLatin19 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 56 of 5,870 · percentile 98.9

  • Zelda

    A short form of Griselda with adventurous, video-game energy.

    GirlGerman19 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 56 of 5,870 · percentile 98.9

  • Ginger

    The spicy root and the classic word for orange fur.

    GirlEnglish16 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 80 of 5,870 · percentile 98.6

  • Xena

    A warrior-princess name for a fierce little hunter.

    GirlGreek11 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 139 of 5,870 · percentile 97.4

  • Wednesday

    Gloomy and deadpan; perfect for a black cat with a stare that judges.

    GirlEnglish8 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 208 of 5,870 · percentile 95.7

  • Ophelia

    A tragic heroine of Shakespeare; delicate and romantic.

    GirlGreek7 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 254 of 5,870 · percentile 94.8

  • Paprika

    Red-orange pepper powder; for a cat with a spicy streak.

    GirlSlavic6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Sadie

    A spunky form of Sarah, "princess".

    GirlHebrew6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Saffron

    The precious golden spice; elegant and rare.

    GirlArabic6 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 309 of 5,870 · percentile 93.3

  • Cleopatra

    Egypt's last pharaoh queen; glamorous and commanding.

    GirlGreek5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Elvira

    An old Spanish name with gothic glamour; perfect for Halloween babies.

    GirlSpanish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Mae

    A sunny, single-syllable vintage name.

    GirlEnglish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Ramona

    A spirited kid-lit heroine; bright and bold.

    GirlSpanish5 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 393 of 5,870 · percentile 91.6

  • Beatrix

    A storybook name with a lively, inventive sound.

    GirlLatin4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Blanca

    Spanish for "white"; graceful and sunny.

    GirlSpanish4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Snow

    Clean and quiet; a pure white cat's simplest name.

    GirlEnglish4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Tsuki

    Japanese for "moon"; serene, like Luna with a different accent.

    GirlJapanese4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Yuzu

    A fragrant Japanese citrus; bright and zesty.

    GirlJapanese4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Zora

    Slavic for "dawn"; striking and brave.

    GirlSlavic4 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 497 of 5,870 · percentile 88.8

  • Anya

    A Slavic form of Anna, "grace"; soft and warm.

    GirlSlavic3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Beatrice

    Latin for "she who brings happiness"; gentle and bright.

    GirlLatin3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Clawdia

    A sharp-clawed pun on Claudia.

    GirlLatin3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Ingrid

    Old Norse for "beautiful"; cool and classic.

    GirlNorse3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Mildred

    A grandmotherly name for a cat who sits primly on the sofa.

    GirlEnglish3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Noche

    Spanish for "night"; soft and musical.

    GirlSpanish3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Phyllis

    Greek for "foliage"; vintage, unhurried and wonderfully funny.

    GirlGreek3 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 661 of 5,870 · percentile 83.6

  • Agnes

    A grandmother's name, hilarious on a tiny kitten.

    GirlGreek2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Amber

    Golden fossilized tree resin; warm and glowing.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Calico

    Named after the colorful cotton cloth from Calicut, India.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Chika

    地下 (chika) means underground, or below the ground.

    GirlJapanese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Clara

    Latin for "clear, bright"; pure and simple.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Ebony

    A dense, dark wood with a polished shine.

    GirlGreek2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Edith

    Old English for "prosperous in war"; quietly formidable.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Emi

    Japanese for "smile"; a happy little name.

    GirlJapanese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Esme

    Old French for "esteemed, loved"; soft and lyrical.

    GirlFrench2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Gertrude

    Old-fashioned and formidable; perfect for a no-nonsense cat.

    GirlGerman2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Gouda

    A mild, golden Dutch cheese; round and good-natured.

    GirlOther2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Harriet

    A feisty name meaning "ruler of the home".

    GirlGerman2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Hime

    Japanese for "princess", for a cat who expects to be waited on.

    GirlJapanese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Ivory

    A creamy, off-white shade; refined and calm.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Juliet

    A romantic name for a cat who serenades from the balcony.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Kiko

    A light name that is easy to say. Not tied to a Japanese dictionary entry here.

    GirlOther2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Ladybug

    A spotted, lucky little bug for a spotted, lucky little cat.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Mei

    A Chinese name often meaning "beautiful" or "plum blossom".

    GirlChinese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Miku

    A modern given name. No Japanese dictionary gloss is attached.

    GirlOther2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Morticia

    Gothic, elegant and unbothered; for a long-haired black cat with drama.

    GirlLatin2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Nadia

    Slavic for "hope"; graceful and strong.

    GirlSlavic2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Paloma

    Spanish for "dove"; graceful and peaceful.

    GirlSpanish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Sable

    The deep, lustrous black of heraldry and fur; luxurious and calm.

    GirlSlavic2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Sakura

    Japanese for "cherry blossom"; delicate and pretty.

    GirlJapanese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Sugar

    Simple, sweet and a little bit addictive.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Tangerine

    A bright, easy-peeling citrus; zesty on an orange girl.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Tink

    A tinkling little name for a small, spirited cat.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Tortilla

    Mostly for tortoiseshell cats, mostly for the pun.

    GirlSpanish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Twinkle Toes

    For a cat with white feet who prances everywhere.

    GirlEnglish2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Umi

    Japanese for "sea"; calm and deep.

    GirlJapanese2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Yuna

    A soft modern given name. No Japanese dictionary gloss is attached.

    GirlOther2 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 966 of 5,870 · percentile 70.9

  • Apricot

    Soft, golden-orange and sweet; lovely for a pale ginger coat.

    GirlLatin1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Asha

    Sanskrit for "hope, wish"; light and kind.

    GirlSanskrit1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Azuki

    Sweet red beans used in Japanese desserts; small and lovable.

    GirlJapanese1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Florence

    Latin for "flourishing"; a warm city name.

    GirlLatin1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Kiku

    Chrysanthemum (菊).

    GirlJapanese1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Kinako

    Roasted soybean flour with a toasty gold color; cozy and rare.

    GirlJapanese1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Lani

    Hawaiian for "sky, heaven"; short and soft.

    GirlHawaiian1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Mikan

    A small, sweet mandarin orange; perfect for a petite ginger.

    GirlJapanese1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Moonstone

    A milky gem with a blue sheen; lovely for a silver cat.

    GirlEnglish1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Vanilla

    Pale, sweet and comforting; simple and lovely.

    GirlSpanish1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Yara

    A melodic name tied to river spirits in Brazilian folklore.

    GirlOther1 of 12,782 Seattle catsRank 1,710 of 5,870 · percentile 0.0

  • Amira

    Arabic for "princess"; noble and graceful.

    GirlArabic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Botan

    The tree peony (牡丹).

    GirlJapanese0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Briar

    A thorny wild rose bush; romantic with a prickly side.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Goldie

    Gold, bright and friendly; a vintage pet name.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Imogen

    A rare Shakespearean name with a whimsical sound.

    GirlIrish & Celtic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Kestrel

    A small falcon that hovers before it pounces, just like your cat.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Kohaku

    Japanese for "amber"; glowing and golden.

    GirlJapanese0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Leilani

    Hawaiian for "heavenly flowers"; breezy and bright.

    GirlHawaiian0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Linda

    A beloved mom name; delightful on a bossy little cat.

    GirlGerman0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Lucia

    Latin for "light"; a glowing, gentle name.

    GirlLatin0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Mahina

    Hawaiian for "moon"; gentle and luminous.

    GirlHawaiian0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Meowsie

    A silly pun on "mousy" for a chatty kitten.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Moana

    Hawaiian for "ocean"; deep and adventurous.

    GirlHawaiian0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Noor

    Arabic for "light"; luminous and gentle.

    GirlArabic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Patchwork

    A quilt of colors and a cozy name for a calico.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Porcelain

    Fine white china; delicate and elegant.

    GirlItalian0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Priya

    Sanskrit for "beloved"; sweet and simple.

    GirlSanskrit0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Quilt

    Pieced together, warm and best enjoyed on a cold night.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Rosalind

    A Shakespearean heroine's name; witty and romantic.

    GirlGerman0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Saoirse

    Irish for "freedom" (pronounced SEER-sha); for an independent cat.

    GirlIrish & Celtic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Sigrid

    Old Norse for "beautiful victory"; a name for a champion.

    GirlNorse0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Smoochie

    For the cat who head-bumps your face every morning.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Soraya

    A Persian name for the Pleiades star cluster; elegant and celestial.

    GirlPersian0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Tansy

    A little yellow button flower; cheerful and old-fashioned.

    GirlGreek0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Teacup

    Tiny, delicate and perfect for afternoon naps.

    GirlEnglish0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Vera

    Russian for "faith" and Latin for "true"; sincere and simple.

    GirlSlavic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

  • Zara

    Often linked to Arabic for "radiant"; sleek and modern.

    GirlArabic0 of 12,782 Seattle catsNot in the 5,870 recorded namesEditor's pick

Seattle licenses

How common girl-tagged spellings are in Seattle

This is a count of names on the girl list, grouped by how many Seattle licenses use the spelling. It is not a count of female cats. Coat, gender, and theme tags are editorial. Seattle recorded the name and how many licenses use that exact spelling. It did not record coat or sex.

Seattle cats with this spellingGirl-tagged names
20 or more26
3 to 19116
0 to 286

How to choose a name for a girl cat

Girl cat names lean soft and musical. Look at the most popular ones (Luna, Lucy, Lily, Bella) and you’ll notice that most have two syllables and end in a vowel sound. That’s no accident. Names like these are easy to sing out, and many cat owners swear their cats respond better to them.

But “popular” also means common. If you’d rather not share a name with every third cat in the building, here are some angles to explore.

  • Borrow from the garden. Flowers, herbs and trees make lovely girl names: Juniper, Hazel, Clover, Wisteria. They’re gentle without being too sugary.
  • Go mythic. Goddesses such as Freya, Athena and Artemis suit independent cats. Freya is especially fitting, since Norse stories say her chariot was pulled by cats.
  • Pick a grandma name. Mabel, Agnes, Mildred and Edith are wonderfully funny on a tiny kitten and grow into something dignified.
  • Match her coat. A calico might be Patches or Calliope. A black girl could be Raven or Noche. Our black cat names and orange cat names pages have more coat-based ideas.

Tip: Sweet names are great, but test them in the voice you’ll actually use. “Princess Sparkle Muffin” is adorable until you need to yell it because she’s on the kitchen counter again.

Every name on this page shows how many Seattle licenses use that spelling, plus its rank among recorded names. A high count means the spelling is common in this city. A low count means fewer licenses share it. The girl tag is ours, not a field in the city file.

Looking for something truly one-of-a-kind? Visit our unique cat names page.

Female cat names: FAQ

What are the most popular female cat names?

The table on this page groups girl-tagged names by how many Seattle licenses use the spelling. Girl is our tag. Seattle did not record the sex of the cat. Luna is the most common spelling in the whole snapshot; the homepage chart shows that count.

What is a cute name for a girl cat?

Doubled and food-inspired names tend to feel the cutest. Try Lulu, Mimi, Kiki, Clementine, Peaches or Honey. For a tiny kitten, Pip, Dot or Thimble are hard to beat.

What is a female cat called?

An unspayed female cat is traditionally called a queen, and a mother cat with kittens is often called a dam. A young female is simply a kitten until she grows up, usually around her first birthday.

Can I give my girl cat a boy's name?

Absolutely. Your cat won't mind, and gender-swapped names can be charming. Many popular cat names, such as Charlie, Pepper and Scout, already work for any cat.

More cat name ideas