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Top 10 most popular cat names

Top 10 most popular cat names

Written by Mara | Dierenarts | April 14, 2026

Chippy, Cleocatra, Mister Nugget, Kit Kat and Khaleesi. This is just a small selection of funny cat names that people give their cat. We can imagine that you would prefer a slightly more common name, so we have listed the 10 most popular cat names for you!

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Choosing a cat name is not easy

Choosing a name for your future cat is not an easy task. Fortunately, there are many different places where you can find inspiration. For example, pay attention to names in films, series, songs or books. It is no coincidence that Simba from The Lion King is an enormously popular cat name. Are you looking for fun cat names, unique cat names or original cat names? To help you on your way a little, we have put together a top 10 for female cats and male cats. Would you prefer a truly unique name? Try swapping a few letters from this list. That way Coco suddenly becomes Loco, and what do you think of Lilo or Felin?

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10 popular names for a female cat

Poppy
Bella
Misty
Molly
Daisy
Tilly
Luna
Lily
Lilly
Willow

10 popular names for a male cat

Charlie
Felix
Finley
Buddy
Ralph
Oscar
Milo
George
Tigger
Alfie

Tips for choosing a cat name

Perhaps you are about to choose a very special long name for your cat. Do not forget, however, that you will also need to call your cat several times a day. Short cat names are often easier. Also think about whether you want, for example, tough cat names or cat names with meaning.

Also take into account that a cat can live to an average age of 12 to 18 years. You should still like the name by then. In addition, choose a name that suits your cat and his or her character. It is not without reason that there are considerably more fat ginger tomcats than hairless cats with the name Garfield.

Whatever name you choose, the most important thing is that the name feels right. Whether you go for unusual cat names, fun cat names or something unique, there is no right or wrong.

In any case, the most important thing is that the name feels right for you. Every cat deserves a beautiful name!

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