Smokey

Unisex

What does Smokey mean?

A dark, smoky color.

What's the origin of Smokey?

Native

How is Smokey pronounced?

/smoʊki/

What does it say about you to have a cat named Smokey?

It could mean that you are a smoker, or that you like to enjoy a good cigar.

Is Smokey a good cat name?

Smokey has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Smokey is a widely adored cat name for obvious reasons. If you like it, go for it!

Smokey is found in these categories:

sassy cat names
sassy

Smoke is mysterious and unpredictable, just like cheeky felines.

tortoiseshell cat names
tortoiseshell

Their fur resembles smoke swirls with its mix of black, orange, and white.

badass cat names
badass

Evokes fiery strength, recalling Smokey the Bear's tough, wildfire-fighting persona.

gothic cat names
gothic

Dark hues and mystery link it to classic eerie, supernatural themes.

nature cat names
nature

This moniker references the gray hues often seen in outdoor landscapes.

spooky cat names
spooky

Eerie associations with smoke, shadows, and mysterious campfire tales abound.

Popularity

Based on likes, Smokey ranks #57 with users of MeowNames.com.

Smokey is one of the more common cat names amongst our community. According to our statistics, Smokey is considerably more popular than most other cat names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Smokey was, over the past 30 days, the 502nd ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.

As of December 2024, Smokey is becoming rarer and less popular with new kitten owners. Our stats reveal that the moniker is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a bit of variance in rank for this name. That might suggest its popularity is based on seasonal factors or perhaps pop culture events.

In the past week, Smokey was viewed 37 times, and liked 1 times.

Cat names like Smokey:

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)
I think Smokey is a good name for a cat in the black or grey fur, through a brittish shorthair named Smokey have the loudest purr record.
February 21, 2024

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