Girl Cat Names
Female cats are often described as independent, particular and fiercely loyal to their chosen person — so her name should have a little personality, too. Below are more than 100 girl cat names, each with its meaning or origin, grouped from the most popular choices to elegant, celestial, mythological and delightfully vintage names.
Most female cat names end in a soft vowel (Luna, Stella, Nala), which cats hear easily, but don’t overlook crisp short names like Ivy or Pip. For a boy, see boy cat names; for a patchwork girl, calico cat names (nearly all calicos are female); and for every other style, the main cat names page.
Popular girl cat names
These are the female names that show up again and again in vet records and pet-insurance lists across the US.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Luna | Latin, “moon” | The reigning favorite |
| Bella | Italian, “beautiful” | Timeless and sweet |
| Lily | The lily flower | Gentle white cats |
| Lucy | Latin, “light” | Bright personalities |
| Nala | Swahili, “gift”; The Lion King | Golden and tabby girls |
| Kitty | English pet form of Katherine | Simple and classic |
| Chloe | Greek, “young green shoot” | Soft-spoken cats |
| Cleo | Short for Cleopatra, “glory of the father” | Regal attitude |
| Daisy | Old English, “day’s eye” | Cheerful cats |
| Callie | Greek kallos, “beauty”; also from calico | Patchwork girls |
| Sophie | Greek, “wisdom” | Calm, wise cats |
| Stella | Latin, “star” | Classic elegance |
| Zoe | Greek, “life” | Lively kittens |
| Lola | Spanish pet form of Dolores | Sassy girls |
| Gracie | Latin, “grace” | Graceful jumpers |
| Mia | Italian, “mine”; also a pet form of Maria | Short and sweet |
Elegant and sophisticated names
For graceful, poised cats who look like they belong on a velvet cushion. See elegant girl names for more.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Audrey | Old English, “noble strength” | Hepburn-level chic |
| Genevieve | French, possibly “woman of the people” | Refined long-hairs |
| Eloise | French, “healthy, wide” | Storybook elegance |
| Josephine | Hebrew, “God will increase” | Nickname “Josie” |
| Vivienne | Latin, “alive” | Chic and French |
| Celeste | Latin, “heavenly” | Blue-eyed beauties |
| Anastasia | Greek, “resurrection” | Russian Blues and Siberians |
| Margot | French form of Margaret, “pearl” | Stylish and short |
| Isadora | Greek, “gift of Isis” | Dramatic cats |
| Delphine | French, “dolphin” | Sleek and graceful |
| Seraphina | Hebrew, “fiery ones” | Angelic white cats |
| Coco | From Coco Chanel | Black-and-white fashionistas |
| Beatrix | Latin, “she who brings happiness” | Nod to Beatrix Potter |
Flower and nature names
Nature names suit girl cats who love a sunny windowsill. Explore flower names for girls for more.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Willow | The willow tree | Slender, graceful cats |
| Hazel | The hazel tree; warm brown | Amber-eyed cats |
| Ivy | The climbing plant | Short and crisp |
| Juniper | The evergreen shrub | Nickname “June” |
| Poppy | The red flower | Lively girls |
| Magnolia | The flowering tree | Southern belles |
| Clover | The three-leaved plant | Lucky cats |
| Fern | The woodland plant | Quiet cats |
| Violet | The purple flower | Shy, sweet cats |
| Honeysuckle | The fragrant vine | Nickname “Honey” |
| Marigold | The golden flower | Orange girls |
| Wren | The small songbird | Petite cats |
| Laurel | The bay tree, symbol of victory | Winning personalities |
| Aspen | The quaking tree | Pale golden cats |
Celestial girl cat names
Stars, moons and galaxies for night-owl cats. More in names that mean star and constellation names.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Nova | Latin, “new”; a star that flares bright | Modern and short |
| Lyra | Constellation of the lyre | Musical cats |
| Andromeda | Greek princess; a galaxy | Nickname “Andie” |
| Vega | Brightest star in Lyra | Bright-eyed cats |
| Cassiopeia | Queen constellation | Nickname “Cassie” |
| Aurora | Latin, “dawn” | Sunrise-colored cats |
| Celestia | Latin, “heavenly” | Dreamy cats |
| Selene | Greek goddess of the moon | Silvery grey cats |
| Astra | Latin, “stars” | Sparkly personalities |
| Estelle | French, “star” | Vintage-chic |
| Nyx | Greek goddess of night | Black cats |
| Callisto | Greek, “most beautiful”; a moon of Jupiter | Unusual and pretty |
Goddess and mythology names
Cats were sacred in ancient Egypt, and the Norse goddess Freya rode a chariot pulled by cats. See goddess names and Greek goddess names for more.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Freya | Norse goddess of love, whose chariot was drawn by cats | The ultimate cat goddess |
| Bastet | Egyptian cat-headed goddess | Nickname “Bast” |
| Isis | Egyptian goddess of magic | Mysterious cats |
| Athena | Greek goddess of wisdom | Clever problem-solvers |
| Artemis | Greek goddess of the hunt | Skilled mousers |
| Juno | Queen of the Roman gods | Short, regal |
| Minerva | Roman goddess of wisdom | Bookish homes |
| Persephone | Greek queen of the underworld | Dark, dramatic cats |
| Diana | Roman goddess of the hunt and the moon | Night prowlers |
| Hera | Queen of the Greek gods | Bossy ladies |
| Sekhmet | Egyptian lion-headed goddess | Fierce hunters |
| Iris | Greek goddess of the rainbow | Colorful coats |
| Venus | Roman goddess of love | Affectionate cats |
Vintage girl cat names
Grandma-chic names are having a huge moment, and they’re adorable on a cat. See also vintage girl names.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Mabel | Latin amabilis, “lovable” | Sweet and old-fashioned |
| Pearl | The gemstone | Cream and white cats |
| Hattie | Pet form of Harriet, “home ruler” | Spunky girls |
| Dolly | Pet form of Dorothy, “gift of God” | Ragdolls |
| Edith | Old English, “prosperous in war” | Nickname “Edie” |
| Opal | The iridescent gemstone | Shimmering coats |
| Agnes | Greek, “pure” | Quirky and sweet |
| Winnie | Pet form of Winifred | Round cuddlers |
| Ethel | Old English, “noble” | Deadpan charm |
| Florence | Latin, “flourishing” | Nickname “Flo” |
| Mildred | Old English, “gentle strength” | Nickname “Millie” |
| Betty | Pet form of Elizabeth | Retro and cute |
| Gertie | Pet form of Gertrude, “spear strength” | Feisty seniors |
Unique girl cat names
Uncommon names that still roll off the tongue. More in unique cat names and rare girl names.
| Name | Meaning / origin | Why we like it |
|---|---|---|
| Zelda | Germanic, “grey battle maiden” | Gamers and grey cats |
| Marzipan | The almond sweet | Nickname “Zippy” |
| Pippa | Pet form of Philippa, “lover of horses” | Tiny and bright |
| Tallulah | Commonly given as “leaping water” | Energetic cats |
| Oona | Irish, possibly “lamb” | Short and unusual |
| Saffron | The golden spice | Orange girls |
| Ottilie | Germanic, “prosperity” | Nickname “Tillie” |
| Kismet | Turkish, “fate” | Meant-to-be adoptions |
| Nixie | Germanic water sprite | Playful cats |
| Bijou | French, “jewel” | Tiny treasures |
| Clementine | Latin, “merciful”; a small orange | Ginger girls |
| Zinnia | The bright flower | Colorful personalities |
Famous fictional girl cats
Well-known female cats from books, film and stage. Our anime girl names include more characters.
| Name | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Duchess | The Aristocats (1970) | Elegant white cats |
| Marie | Duchess’s daughter in The Aristocats | Sweet white kittens |
| Mrs. Norris | Filch’s cat in the Harry Potter books | Suspicious, watchful cats |
| Hello Kitty | Sanrio character, officially named Kitty White | White cats with a bow |
| Pyewacket | The witch’s Siamese in Bell, Book and Candle (1958) | Mysterious Siamese |
| Dinah | Alice’s cat in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland | Curious explorers |
| Tabitha | Bewitched; also a nod to “tabby” | Tabby girls |
| Catwoman | DC Comics antihero Selina Kyle | Sleek black cats |
| Sassy | The Himalayan in Homeward Bound (1993) | Sarcastic long-hairs |
| Grizabella | The glamour cat in the musical Cats | Glamorous seniors |
| Jennyanydots | The Old Gumbie Cat in Cats | Daytime nappers |
| Mittens | The street-smart cat in Bolt (2008) | Tough rescues |
How to choose a name for your girl cat
- Start with the sound. Cats respond best to one- or two-syllable names; long names like Cassiopeia or Josephine are great if you’re happy calling “Cassie” or “Josie.”
- Look at her coat and eyes. A blue-eyed white cat suits Celeste or Pearl; a tabby suits Tabitha; a tortie might suit Saffron — see our tabby cat names.
- Watch her personality. Give her a week. The shy one may become Violet; the one who climbs the curtains, Artemis.
- Avoid sound-alikes. If you already have a cat named Bella, skip Stella; if your dog is Max, avoid Maxine.
- Honor something you love. A favorite author, painter or place makes a name feel personal — Beatrix, Frida or Florence.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular girl cat name?
Luna has been the most common female cat name in the US for several years, followed by names like Bella, Lily, Lucy, Nala, Kitty and Chloe.
What is a pretty name for a female cat?
Stella, Willow, Aurora, Celeste, Hazel, Magnolia and Seraphina are all pretty, feminine cat names with lovely meanings.
What is a good name for a black girl cat?
Nyx (Greek goddess of night), Persephone, Coco, Luna, Isis and Pyewacket suit black female cats. See our black cat names for more.
What name did the goddess Freya have to do with cats?
In Norse mythology Freya rode a chariot pulled by two large cats, which makes Freya one of the most fitting goddess names for a female cat.
Can I give a girl cat a boy’s name?
Of course. Cats respond to sound, not gender. Plenty of female cats happily answer to names like Charlie, Frankie or Sam.