Exotic Cat Names, Cat Names of Exotic Breed
The Exotic Shorthair is often called the 'lazy person's Persian', and if you share your couch with one of these plush-coated sweethearts you already know the gentle, devoted soul behind those wide round eyes. Choosing an exotic cat name means celebrating her calm affection and the otherworldly glamour she carries in every slow blink, and the right name will feel like a soft cashmere throw on a winter evening.
Sable suggests a rich dark coat and deep elegance; Jasmine (from the fragrant Persian flower) suits a delicate female with silky fur. Zephyr, a poetic word for a gentle breeze, matches her tranquil nature, while Saffron honors the world's most luxurious spice and shines on a cream or ginger cat. For a truly regal tomcat, try Sultan or Pasha, titles from the Ottoman courts.
An exotic cat name should feel slightly rare on the tongue, like you are letting a secret slip. If you love this vibe, explore our Persian-adjacent picks, our gem cat names for jewel-box glamour, and our flower cat names for softer choices. Your Exotic deserves a name as singular as she is.
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaamicaa Gladys | Disabled | Unisex | |
| Abdukar | Unisex | ||
| Abell | Exhalation Of Breath. The Second Son Of Adam In The Bible. The Variant Able I... | Unisex | |
| Abracadabra | Magical incantation | Unisex | |
| Ace | A top performer; also the one or highest card in many games. | Male | English |
| Acheron | Myth Name (River Of Woe) | Unisex | |
| Achillles | Lipless | Unisex | |
| Adalbert Waffling | Author of A Magical Theory. | Male | |
| Adame | Name list | Unisex | |
| Adela | Pleasant: Of the nobility. Noble. | Female | |
| Aesop | Greek fable writer | Male | |
| Africa | pleasing, pleasant | Female | Place |
| Ailison | Honest | Female | |
| Ainmire | Great lord | Male | |
| Ainsworth | From Ann's Estate | Unisex | English |
| Akers | Unisex | ||
| Akina | spring flower | Female | |
| Alcapone | Male | ||
| Alderman | Member of a municipal assembly or council | Unisex | |
| Aleigha | To ascend. | Female | |
| Aleshanee | She plays all the time | Female | |
| Alexia | Variation of Alexandra, Greek, defending men | Female | English |
| Ali | Muslim - Noble, Exalted, God, little, the highest | Male | Arabic |
| Alicat | Unisex | ||
| Alissa | noble | Female | English |
| Allegra | joyous | Female | Italian |
| Ally | Noble, Kind | Female | English |
| Almanza | Ready For Battle. Feminine Of Alonzo. | Unisex | |
| Amanda | Lovable | Female | Latin |
| Amara | bitter, eternal, immortal, steadfast, beloved | Female | Greek |
| Amelia Gabble | Goose from the AristoCats | Female | |
| Amielle | Unisex | ||
| Amobi | Name list | Unisex | |
| Amor | Spanish for love | Female | |
| Amos Diggory | Cedric's father. | Male | |
| Analena | Grace. favor. Variant of Anna. | Female | |
| Ance | Grace | Female | |
| Andrea | Feminine form of Andrew manly | Female | Italian |
| Andrew Kirke | Gryffindor beater. | Male | |
| Andromeda | beautiful maiden rescued by perseus | Female | Greek |
| Aneko | older sister | Female | Japanese |
| Anika | very beautiful, graceful | Female | African |
| Anna | Arthur's sister | Female | Greek |
| Applebee | Surname list | Unisex | |
| Aragon | Spanish kingdom; variant of Aragorn | Male | |
| Arakan | Historical area on the eastern coast of the Bay of Bengal | Unisex | |
| Archie | One who is bold | Male | English |
| Argent | Silver | Unisex | |
| Arizona | US state of Arizona | Female | |
| Armand | of the army | Male |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Exotic Shorthair really a shorthaired Persian?
Yes. The breed was created in the 1960s by crossing Persians with American Shorthairs to get the Persian face and body in an easier-to-groom coat.
What does Jasmine mean as a cat name?
Jasmine comes from the Persian word 'yasmin', a fragrant white flower. It suggests beauty, sweetness, and quiet grace.
Are exotic names only for Exotic Shorthair cats?
Not at all. Any cat with a plush, regal, or mysterious vibe can carry these names, regardless of breed.
How do you pronounce Pasha?
Pasha is said 'PAH-shah'. It was a high-rank title in the Ottoman Empire and suits a dignified male cat.
Do exotic names suit playful kittens?
They can. Names like Zephyr or Saffron soften as your kitten plays, while still carrying that worldly flair into adulthood.
Are exotic cat names hard to remember?
Most are two syllables and easy to say. Test a name by calling it across a room; if it flows, your cat will learn it quickly.
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