105 Best Names for Girl Cats: Popular & Unique Ideas

Veterinarian Jeff Werber, DVM, shares his favorite female cat names

Co-authored by Jessica Char and Raven Minyard, BA

Last Updated: September 2, 2026 Fact Checked

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If you’re the proud pet parent of a new kitty, you probably know how important it is to choose a good name. You’re in luck! With help from a veterinarian, we’ve compiled a list of over 100 of the best names for female cats, including popular, cute, and unique options. Keep reading to find the perfect name for your furry friend.

Top Names for Female Cats

Veterinarian Jeff Werber, DVM, says some of his favorite girl cat names include Sasha, Emily, Tuna, Sushi, and Saki. Other great options include:

Popular: Bella, Cleo, Daisy, Hazel, Luna
Cute: Clover, Cricket, Dolly, Ginger, Maisy
Unique: Ayla, Blanche, Calliope, Dahlia, Malibu

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Popular Girl Cat Names

Consider a well-known cat name. Some cat names are popular for a reason; they totally match a cat’s cute face and sassy personality. Here are some of the most popular cat names to choose from:
- Bella
- Callie
- Chloe
- Cleo^{[1]
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- Daisy
- Emily^{[2]
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- Hazel
- Kitty
- Lily
- Lola
- Lucy
- Luna
- Maggie
- Mia
- Molly
- Nala^{[3]
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- Rosie
- Sasha^{[4]
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- Stella
- Willow
- Zoe
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Jeff Werber, DVM, is a veterinarian based in Los Angeles, CA. He has practiced as a veterinarian for over 35 years.

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Cute Girl Cat Names

Give your kitty a name that’s as sweet as she is. There’s nothing more adorable than your furry friend, so give her an equally adorable name to match! These names will have your friends oohing and ahhing every time they see your cat.
- Bambi
- Bunny
- Clover
- Cookie
- Cricket
- Dolly
- Eleanor
- Gadget
- Ginger
- Gnocci
- Honey
- Maisy
- Mimzy
- Nora
- Penny
- Pearl
- Pumpkin
- Trixie
- Violet
- Winnie

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Unique Girl Cat Names

Choose a name that’s unique to your interests. The fun thing about having a pet is that you can name it practically anything you want! Don’t feel like you have to stick to stereotypical cat names. Think outside the box and give your cat a name that’s unique to her personality. Here are some examples:
- Athena^{[5]
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- Ayla
- Belladonna
- Blanche
- Calliope^{[6]
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- Clove
- Dahlia^{[7]
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- Freya
- Iris
- Malibu
- Mika
- Pepsi
- Persephone
- Portia
- Ripley
- Saki^{[8]
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- Sapphire
- Scout
- Sushi^{[9]
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- Syrena
- Thora
- Zelda

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Funny Girl Cat Names

Show off your silly side with a funny name. If you’ve been scouring the internet for a good cat name, you’ve probably realized that cat owners love to give their furry friends goofy names. This is a great way to show off your sense of humor and give your cat a name that’s totally unique. Here are some funny ideas:
- Arson
- Betty White
- Butter
- Clawdia
- Concrete
- Cosmic Brownie
- Eggplant
- Fishstick
- Felony
- Flufflestiltskin
- Ketchup
- Megatron
- Mothball
- Mustard
- Radish
- Sassafras
- Spoon
- Squeegee
- Trash Can
- Treason
- Tuna^{[10]
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- Have a funny cat name you’re dying to share? Tell other wikiHow readers all about it in our “What are your funniest cat names?” forum!

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Girl Cat Names by Color

Get inspiration from your cat’s coat color. If you’re struggling to come up with a good name for your cat, consider naming her after her physical features, like her coat color or pattern. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Orange:
  - Autumn
  - Clementine
  - Paprika
  - Sweet Potato
  - Tigerlily
- Black:
  - Licorice
  - Morticia
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  - Storm
  - Velvet
- White:
  - Cotton^{[12]
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  - Frosty
  - Halo
  - Lightning
  - Puff
- Gray:
  - Lady Grey
  - Misty
  - Mouse
  - Sage
  - Smokey
- Brown/Multicolor:
  - Acorn
  - Cinnamon
  - Latte
  - Marble
  - Tiramisu

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What's the best cat name you've ever heard?

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There are so many cute cat names to choose from, and the perfect one will match your cat's personality. Some of our absolute favorite cat names include:

Merlin
Socks
Grandpa or Grandma
Pickles

If you have an orange cat, try out:

Butterscotch
Garfield
Ember

For a black cat, you can't go wrong with:

Jet
Wednesday
Raven

If you want more ideas, check out our Cat Name generator. Don't forget to share your favorite cat name in this discussion post for a chance to have it featured in one of our future wikiHow articles!

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If you want your cat to learn her name, choose a shorter name with only one or two syllables.

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Consider naming your cat after your favorite food, character, or celebrity.

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Keep your cat’s personality in mind when choosing a name. A name like Mouse might fit a quiet, shy cat, while a name like Thunder would fit a loud and rambunctious kitty.

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