50 Hilarious and Interesting Cat Names Because Fluffy Is Boring

Naming a cat, or any pet really, can sometimes be more difficult than it seems. Eventually you have to call them something, and unfortunately, most of us aren't creative enough to move past things like Tiger, Kitty, or Fluffy. This is sometimes compounded by the fact that toddlers and small children do a lot of naming of family pets. They see spots? Looks like your cat or dog is Spot now. Sometimes you mean to give them a regal name but you make a joke and it sticks. For those of us looking for something a little more clever, though, these hilarious cat names should do the trick.

They always say that laughter is the best medicine, but you know what else is? Social media fame. That's right. With the right moniker, you too can be the proud owner of an Instagram or TikTok star. Money isn't everything, but who would really complain if their hilarious cat brings in oodles of cash over social media? Not us, that's for sure. Here are some unique and funny cat name ideas that might even turn your feline friend into the next social media sensation.

Inspired by Movies and Nerd Culture

cat names

  1. Chewbacca
  2. Fantasia
  3. Aladdin
  4. Mulan
  5. Ewok
  6. BB8
  7. Ciri
  8. Pattern
  9. Syl
  10. Chocobo

Inspired by the Kitchen

cat names

  1. Ravioli
  2. Waffle
  3. Godiva
  4. Champagne
  5. Crockpot
  6. Tofu
  7. Mochi
  8. Pocky
  9. Sable
  10. Tator Tot

Inspired by Formula 1 Memes

cat in grass

  1. Ferrari
  2. Konen
  3. LeClerc
  4. Checo
  5. Sbinala
  6. Bottas
  7. Max
  8. Stroll
  9. Niko
  10. Artyon

Inspired by Fantasy Books

cat in box

  1. Hedwig
  2. Vin
  3. Brightlord
  4. Mistborn
  5. Misting
  6. Lord Ruler
  7. Weasley
  8. Matrim
  9. Rockbud
  10. Boots

Inspired by Famous People

cat names

  1. Dolly Purrton
  2. Catrick Swayze
  3. Ferris Mewler
  4. Cindy Clawford
  5. Ron Purrgundy
  6. Catalie Portman
  7. Cat Winslet
  8. Cleo Catra
  9. Fur-gie
  10. Jane Pawsten

What popular cat names did we miss? Thor, Loki, Callie, Muffin, Zoe, Cleo, Coco, Tigger, Jasmine, Nala, Lily, Oreo, Buddy, Lucy, Chloe, and Milo are on another list of faves!  You can always look at baby names too.

Got a cat with a unique name? Leave a comment with your pet's name.

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This article was originally published May 9, 2020.

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