Famous cat names

We all know that cats steal the limelight, whether it’s by posing for Instagram (voluntarily or not) or getting cuddles from passersby. Needless to say, your new kitty deserves a famous cat name to suit their rise to stardom. So, we’ve rolled out the red carpet of celebrity cat names…

Our cat-naming agents have cast an A-list lineup of cat names for your ins-purr-ation, including monikers from all your favorite movies, books and fairytales. Love Disney? We’ve got the furry-tails for you. Fascinated by tales of the past? We’ve also got the greatest list of famous cat names in history.

Now, prepare the camera, and get ready for some Hollywood-esque celeb-cat-spotting…

Famous male cat names

The famous feline world is full of majestic male moggies, from loveable characters like Garfield to fluffy antagonists like Lucifer. Whichever side of good or adorably naughty your kitty falls on, you’ll find the purr-fect name in this list of famous cat names for boys…

• Garfield
• Felix
• Simba
• Tom
• Oliver
• Figaro
• Toulouse
• Sylvester
• Mr. Bigglesworth
• Cheshire
• Azrael
• Hobbes
• Bagheera
• Puss in Boots
• Lucifer
• Aslan
• Rajah
• Salem
• Mufasa
• Churchill

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Famous female cat names

Fiery and feisty? Adorable and docile? No matter how your female feline friend likes to hold herself, there’s a famous female cat name to match her purr-sonality…

• Grumpy Cat
• Hello Kitty
• Luna
• Nala
• Duchess
• Snowball
• Cleo
• Mittens
• Minerva
• Cheetara
• Marie
• Figaro
• Miss Kitty
• Felicia
• Si and Am
• Sassy
• Tigress
• Electra
• Dinah
• Chloe

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Famous cats from movies and TV

If you love movies and TV, chances are you’ve come across some unforgettable cat characters – good and bad. Need some guidance? Well, check out these magnificent moggy monikers from the big screen, all put together into one list of famous cat names…

• Garfield (Garfield)
• Simba (The Lion King)
• Puss in Boots (Shrek, Puss in Boots)
• Mr. Bigglesworth (Austin Powers)
• Cheshire (Alice in Wonderland)
• Bagheera (The Jungle Book)
• Salem (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)
• Marie (The Aristocats)
• Sassy (Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey)
• Crookshanks (Harry Potter series)
• Tonto (Harry and Tonto)
• Figaro (Pinocchio)
• Jiji (Kiki's Delivery Service)
• Church (Pet Sematary)
• Felix (Felix the Cat)
• Meowth (Pokémon)
• Azrael (The Smurfs)
• Toulouse (The Aristocats)
• Snowball (The Secret Life of Pets)
• Buttercup (Toy Story series)

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Famous historical cats

How’s your four-legged history? Well, check out some of these fabulous felines who’ve made history – either by their epic feats or simply adorable features. Even if you’re no history buff, we’re sure you’ll love one of these famous cat names from history…

• Pyewacket
• Trim
• Romeo
• Félicette
• Hamish McHamish
• Hodge
• Tsushima Maru
• Blackie
• Unsinkable Sam
• Tombili
• Trimmy
• Bob the Cat
• Tibbles
• Mrs. Chippy
• Simon
• Dewey Readmore Books
• Samuel Johnson's Hodge
• Wilberforce
• Mrs. Norris
• Félix le Chat

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Famous gray cat names

Got a gray cat? Great! Silvery kitties are marvelous, mysterious, and offer melt-your-heart levels of cuteness. From Gandalf to Misty, we’ve got all the famous gray cat names you’ll ever need…

• Smokey
• Gandalf
• Blue
• Stormy
• Silver
• Ash
• Misty
• Charcoal
• Dorian Gray
• Nebula
• Earl Grey
• Smudge
• Shadow
• Gris
• Steel
• Thunder
• Gunmetal
• Mercury
• Rocky
• Nimbus

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Famous black cat names

Are black cats unlucky? Not in our book, we love kitties of all colors. In fact, the world of cinema and fiction has birthed some incredible black cat characters, from Salem to Onyx, so why not pick one of these famous black cat names for the luckiest kitty in the world?

• Salem
• Bagheera
• Blackie
• Jiji
• Toothless
• Panther
• Midnight
• Licorice
• Onyx
• Black Panther
• Shadow
• Raven
• Sooty
• Hocus Pocus
• Phantom
• Spooky
• Ebony
• Binx
• Witch Hazel
• Black Jack

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Famous celebrity cat names

Sometimes it’s best to get inspired by one of your kitty’s favorite two-legged stars. Thankfully, the celebrity world of cats (thanks, Instagram) is full of fantastic feline names, from Lil Bub to Hamilton the Hipster Cat. As far as famous cat names go, this is about as purr-fect as it gets…

• Lil Bub
• Grumpy Cat
• Maru
• Cole and Marmalade
• Venus the Two-Faced Cat
• Nala Cat
• Hamilton the Hipster Cat
• Smoothie Cat
• Sam Has Eyebrows
• Monty the Cat
• Pudge the Cat
• Larry the Cat
• Snoopybabe
• Coby the Cat
• Shironeko
• Colonel Meow
• Princess Monster Truck
• Waffles
• Princess Cheeto
• Keyboard Cat

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Famous cat names - tips

Step right up! Now you’ve finished our purr-fect collection of famous cat names, you should be ready to give your whiskered companion the celebrity status they deserve. Still unsure? No problem. We've got some tips to help you in this naming extravaganza.

Once your four-legged family member has settled in, take a moment to embrace their unique paw-sonality and enchanting feline traits. This will guide you in selecting a name that truly suits their A-star status.

Do they exude an air of mystique and elegance, like the legendary Garfield or Salem? Or perhaps they possess a playful charm that captures the essence of famous feline characters like Simba or Cheshire? Maybe they even have a mischievous streak, reminiscent of Tom or Mr. Bigglesworth. 

Remember, it's important to choose a name that rolls off your tongue effortlessly. After all, you'll be proudly announcing their moniker to the world, from the comfort of your home to the dreaded veterinary office. So, make sure it's a name that you'll love calling out, time and time again.

No matter which famous cat name you choose, we're confident your feline friend will command attention wherever they go. Good luck! And may your cat's celebrity status elevate your life to new heights of purr-fection!

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