Choosing the perfect name for your new cat is an exciting part of welcoming them into your home. With so many options, finding a moniker that truly suits your cat’s personality can feel like a delightful challenge. To help you in this fun process, we conducted a comprehensive survey to uncover the most Common Cat Names favored by cat owners.
Drawing from an impressive 34,000 responses to our 2019 Big Cat Name Survey*, we’ve compiled a list of popular choices and insightful trends in cat naming. This data offers a fascinating glimpse into how cat owners are naming their beloved companions today, and how trends have shifted since our 2014 survey. Perhaps your cat’s name is among the most common!
Top 10 Female Cat Names
Here are the top 10 names chosen for female cats:
- Poppy
- Molly
- Luna
- Bella
- Daisy
- Millie
- Rosie
- Tilly
- Willow
- Lily
For even more inspiration, explore the full list of the top 100 female cat names.
Top 10 Male Cat Names
These are the top 10 most common names for male cats:
- Charlie
- Oscar
- Alfie
- George
- Jasper
- Milo
- Leo
- Merlin
- Harry
- Monty
Discover even more options by checking out the complete list of the top 100 male cat names.
Top Cat Names by Color
Interestingly, cat names are often inspired by their unique coat colors:
- Black Cats: Sooty remains a classic choice.
- Black and White Cats: Felix is a perennially popular pick.
- Ginger Cats: Alfie is a common name for ginger felines.
- Grey/Blue Cats: Misty perfectly suits cats with grey or blue fur.
- Tabby Cats: Molly is a frequently chosen name for tabby cats.
- Tortoiseshell Cats: Poppy is a favored name for tortie cats.
- White Cats: Casper is a fitting name for white-coated cats.
Top Foodie-Inspired Cat Names
Food-related names are a fun and quirky trend in cat naming:
- Cookie
- Bailey
- Oreo
- Pepsi
- Merlot
Cat Names Inspired by Icons
Many cat owners draw inspiration from famous figures and icons:
- Freddie
- Ziggy
- Harry
- Marley
- Cleo
Top 10 Most Common Cat Names Overall
These are the top 10 names, regardless of gender, from our survey:
- Rosie (A new entry in the top 10)
- Millie (Another new addition to the top 10)
- Daisy (Holding steady in popularity)
- Alfie (Consistently popular)
- Bella (Climbing four places since the last survey)
- Oscar (Maintaining its popularity)
- Luna (A new entry into the top rankings)
- Charlie (Slipping slightly from the top spot)
- Molly (Moving up in popularity)
- Poppy (The most common cat name overall)
Fun Fact: Luna has seen the most significant rise in popularity, jumping 38 places from #42 in our 2014 survey to become a top contender.
Unique and Unusual Cat Names
While many opt for common names, some owners choose wonderfully unique monikers:
- Archibald von Snugglemuffin
- Broccoli
- Couscous the puss puss
- Lord Puddington
- Miss Fizzy Whiskers
*Our Big Cat Name Survey was conducted by Cats Protection in March and April 2019. Participants were subscribers to the charity’s e-newsletter and followers on social media.
Finding the right name for your cat is a personal journey. Whether you choose a common name from our list or opt for something more unusual, the most important thing is that the name resonates with you and your feline companion. Hopefully, this list of common cat names provides the perfect inspiration to help you find just the right fit for your furry friend!
