Loki
Loki is a figure in Norse mythology associated with trickery, magic and changing shape. The name itself has an uncertain meaning. The reference discusses a possible relationship with a Germanic word for lock, while leaving the derivation unsettled.
- Meaning
- A single literal meaning has not been established. See the name-history notes above.
- Name or word origin
- Norse mythology
- Pronunciation
- English: /ˈloʊ.ki/
Sources and meaning notes
A mythological role is distinct from a literal name meaning. The proposed word relationship remains conditional.
- Behind the Name: Loki Name history, usage and the pronunciation specified in this entry
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Catalog grouping: Male. This is a browsing label and does not restrict which cats can use the name.
Popularity in cited datasets
Each position below belongs to its publisher’s sample and time period. These are not iCatNames registration counts or a combined ranking.
| Dataset scope | Position | Source |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. cats, report for 2026 | #6 | Trupanion U.S. cats (2026 report) |
| Newly enrolled cats, 2025 | #7 | Healthy Paws enrolled cats (2025 data) |
| U.S. cat names — top 100 | #11 | Rover catalog (checked 2026-10-26; undated) |
An undated catalog checked in 2026 is not a 2025 annual result. Historical reports keep their published period. Source records on this page were checked on 2026-10-26.
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