Famous Cat Names, Names of Famous Cats
Some cats become true household legends: Garfield lounging with his lasagna, Grumpy Cat frowning from every meme, Salem casting spells on Sabrina. If one of those famous cats made you smile through childhood or a tough week, a famous cat name turns your own kitten into a daily little tribute, and it is a wonderful conversation-starter every time a friend meets your furry co-star.
Try Garfield for an orange tabby with an attitude; Felix for a playful black-and-white charmer (the animated Felix the Cat dates back to 1919); Sylvester for a tuxedo who loves to scheme; Tom from Tom and Jerry for a grey mouser; or Simba for a golden boy with a lion's heart. Crookshanks, Hermione's half-kneazle in Harry Potter, fits a shaggy ginger with clever eyes.
Speak a famous cat name out loud and notice whether it makes you grin; that spark is the sign of the right fit. For more character picks, visit our funny cat names or movie-inspired lists, and see our heroic cat names for brave on-screen felines. A famous name gives your kitten instant star power.
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abby | My father rejoices. Biblical: the name of King David's third wife described a... | Female | English |
| Abraham | Meaniing Father of a multitude Abraham the first of the Old Testament patriar... | Male | |
| Alpha | First Born | Female | Greek |
| Amanda | Lovable | Female | Latin |
| Andy | Greek, "strong and manly" | Male | English |
| Angus | superb, unique | Male | Anglicized |
| Annabelle | Joy | Female | Combination |
| Ariel | lioness of god | Female | |
| Arlene | pledge | Female | Modern |
| Artemis | moon | Male | Greek |
| Arthur | Strong as a rock, noble, follower of Thor | Male | Celtic |
| Ashanti | Great African Woman | Female | African |
| Asparagus | Green vegetable | Unisex | |
| Austin | From Augustine - Exalted one | Male | English |
| Ayesha | 3rd wife of Mohammed | Female | English |
| Azrael | help of God | Male | |
| Babe | A baby. Slang for young woman | Female | Word |
| Baby | A young animal. An object or personal concern or indulgence | Unisex | |
| Baggage | Unisex | ||
| Bast | Of The City Of Bubastis | Unisex | African |
| Bastet | Egyptian cat-goddess | Unisex | |
| Beeswax | Unisex | ||
| Benny | Blessed Son Of My Right Hand | Unisex | English |
| Berlioz | after a kitten in the movie Aristocats | Male | |
| Bigglesworth | After Dr. Bigglesworth from Austin Powers | Unisex | |
| Bill The Cat | Nickname For William - Resolute Protector - Often Used As An Independent Name. | Unisex | |
| Bimbo | Slang term | Unisex | |
| Binks | black cat in the movie Hocus Pocus | Unisex | |
| Binky | Beans paddock | Unisex | |
| Binx | black cat in the movie Hocus Pocus | Unisex | |
| Biscuit | A cookie or cracker | Unisex | |
| Bismark | After Otto von Bismarck, Prussian statesman | Unisex | |
| Blackberry | Prickly shrub with small edible berries | Female | |
| Blackie | Of the colour black. | Unisex | |
| Blackjack | A leather covered hand weapon. A card game | Unisex | |
| Bob | bright, famous | Male | English |
| Bobo | Fante Of Ghana Name Meaning, "Born On Tuesday."Also A Ewe Of West Africa Name... | Male | |
| Boche | Unisex | ||
| Bombalurina | From CATS | Unisex | |
| Bonkers | Unisex | ||
| Boo | An exclamation of surprise | Male | |
| Boots | Footwear covering the foot and ankle | Male | |
| Bouhaki | Unisex | ||
| Bowser | Variant of boatswain; Mario villain | Unisex | |
| Brain | Brain | Male | English |
| Brassel | Polish city | Unisex | |
| Brownie | Moist chocolate cake with nuts | Unisex | |
| Brutus | heavy, dull | Male | Latin |
| Bubastis | Egyptian cat goddess Bastet's city | Unisex | |
| Bucky | Male Deer | Unisex |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous cat of all time?
Garfield and Grumpy Cat are arguably the best-known worldwide. Felix the Cat, created in 1919, is the oldest cartoon cat still recognized today.
Are famous cat names only for specific colors?
Not always, but they often fit. Garfield suits an orange tabby, Salem a black cat, Sylvester a tuxedo. Matching helps the name land.
How do you pronounce Crookshanks?
Crookshanks is said 'KROOK-shanks'. He is Hermione Granger's cat in the Harry Potter series.
Can I name my cat after a real-life famous cat?
Yes. Internet cats like Lil Bub, Maru, and Nala Cat are lovely tributes. Just make sure the sound works day to day.
Is Simba a famous cat name?
Simba is technically a lion in The Lion King, but he is the most celebrated big cat in film and works beautifully on a golden tom.
Do famous cat names date themselves?
Some do. Classics like Felix and Garfield feel timeless; viral names can feel very of-the-moment. Pick one that still delights you in ten years.
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