You know your new kitty is special. So much about them stands out: their cute whiskers, how they contort their bodies when they nap, and the sweet, little (or enormous) meows they make. Of course, a rare feline deserves an especially creative and unique cat name. Browse through silly cat-focused puns (hello, Meowrilyn Monroe!) and quirky names you've never heard of to find the perfect name for your special furry friend.
Top 20 Unique Male Cat Names for Rare Kitties
A "top" cat name doesn't necessarily mean it's common or overused. We compiled a list of the 20 best male cat names that are equally unique and pleasant sounding. Which one fits your little boy?
- Alaric
- Astrocat
- Boaz
- Duke Hissington
- Elwin
- Ezra
- Furrball
- Furrguson
- Furrnado
- Lickson
- Meowcolm
- Pawsley
- Purrseidon
- Riaz
- Rowan
- Sniffson
- Snoutly
- Snuffles
- Trip
- Westin
20 of the Best Unique Female Cat Names Around
Whether you're looking for a funny, sweet, or elegant name for your female cat, we're got you covered. Each of these names is rare, so you can practically guarantee you won't meet many other cats with the same name.
- Alora
- Alyda
- Aspen
- Catillac
- Catpawccino
- Clawdia
- Furrbidden
- Furryosa
- Gaia
- Lacey
- Laina
- Misty
- Paityn
- Princess Pouncealina
- Purrsephone
- Raya
- Tasha
- Whiskerberry
- Whiskerella
- Zara
Rare Cat Names That Are Unmatched
There's not much else to say about these rare cat names except that they're eccentric. Like, really out there. I mean, "Banana Whiskerfloat"? You can't get much quirkier than that! Or maybe you can. Check out the rest of these unmatched choices to see if any of them are as unique as your little one.
- Areli
- Banana Whiskerfloat
- Caramel Kittykisses
- Furrito
- Meowgician
- Meowjito
- Meowster
- Meowsterious
- Meowstermind
- Meowstique
- Noe
- Pawdacity
- Peppertail
- Purrbulous
- Purrsington
- Snugglewisp
- Toasty
- Tuxedo Titan
Quirky Cat Names You'll Find Hiss-terical
Naming your cat after a famous actor or figure can be fun. But why not put a unique (and feline) twist on the name? You'll recognize these funny and punny names right away!
- Cat Benatar (Pat Benatar)
- Cat Damon (Matt Damon)
- Catpernicus (Copernicus)
- Catrick Swayze (Patrick Swayze)
- Claw Debussy (Claude Debussy)
- Clawra Croft (Lara Croft)
- Clawrassic Park (Jurassic Park)
- Feline Dion (Celine Dion)
- Felineosaurus Rex (Tyrannosaurus Rex)
- Frida Meowlo (Frida Kahlo)
- Fuzz Lightyear (Buzz Lightyear)
- Hairy Pawttor (Harry Potter)
- Hiss Hemsworth (Chris Hemsworth)
- Leonardo DiCatrio (Leonardo DiCaprio)
- Luna Lovepaws (Luna Lovegood)
- Marie Purrie (Marie Curie)
- Meowchelangelo (Michelangelo)
- Meowdonna (Madonna)
- Meowgatron (Megatron)
- Meowly Cyrus (Miley Cyrus)
- Meowrilyn Monroe (Marilyn Monroe)
- Pablo Picatsso (Pablo Picasso)
- Pawdry Hepburn (Audrey Hepburn)
- Purrlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes)
- Purrmione Granger (Hermione Granger)
- Purrnest Hemingway (Ernest Hemingway)
- Purrzilla (Godzilla)
- Salvador Pawli (Salvador Dali)
- Scarlett O'Pawra (Scarlett O'Hara)
- Vincent Van Paw (Vincent Van Gogh)
Creative & Cute Cat Names to Stand Out
Maybe you want a name that's unique, yet still super cute. Pick one that evokes a warm, fuzzy feeling similar to the one your new kitty brings with their soft baby fur.
- Cattastic
- Cuddle Claws
- Cuddlebug
- Fluffykins
- Furry Fiesta
- Furry Fluffball
- Fuzzbucket
- Glitterpaws
- Kitty Kapers
- Meow Majesty
- Meow Marvel
- Pawsomepurr
- Pouncey Paws
- Purrfectionist
- Purrfectpaws
- Purrpounce
- Snuggle Whiskers
- Snugglemuffin
- Ticklewhispers
- Whiskerbean
- Whiskerwhirl
- Whiskerwoo
Unique Cat Names for One-of-a-Kind Kitties
Your cat is no doubt one of a kind, so it's understandable that you'd want to give them a name that stands out. Consider their coloring, physical features, and personality when picking a name. And if you can't pick just one, give your kitty a long name fit for royalty. We can't wait to hear what you settle on.
