Sporty Cat Names

Get ready to score big with these sporty cat names! From basketball to soccer, these names are a slam dunk for any athletic kitty, or just a hardcore sports fan looking to find the purrfect name for their MVP (Most Valuable Pet).

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• Aikman

  Named after Troy Aikman, famous American football quarterback.
• Ali

  Named after legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, known for agility and strength.
• Andretti

  Named after Mario Andretti, a famous race car driver.
• Apollo

  Named after a Greek god known for physical prowess and competition.
• Archer

  This name references skilled bowmen, evoking agility and precision.
• Arnold

  He shares a name with bodybuilder Schwarzenegger, famed for fitness.
• Aspen

  This moniker nods to Colorado's famous ski resort town.
• Avalanche

  This name evokes thrilling winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.
• Babe

  This moniker nods to baseball legend Babe Ruth.
• Barry

  He shares a moniker with famous athlete, Barry Bonds.
• Bear

  Named after powerful, athletic animals in the wild.
• Beckham

  He's named after a famous soccer player, David.
• Becks

  Named after David Beckham, famous for his football skills.
• Bert

  He shares a name with baseball legend Bert Blyleven.
• Blaze

  Conjures images of speed, agility, and fiery competitive spirit.
• Blitz

  This moniker references a fast, aggressive move in football!
• Bo

  Named after famous athlete Bo Jackson, it screams athleticism and energy.
• Bobby

  He shares a name with famous footballer, Bobby Charlton.
• Boomer

  Echoes the energy and dynamism often associated with athletic activities.
• Bradshaw

  Named after football legend Terry, a Super Bowl-winning quarterback.
• Brady

  Named after Tom Brady, famous American football quarterback.
• Brett

  Named after baseball legend George Brett, it screams athleticism.
• Brewski

  Hints at beer and skiing, both popular leisure activities.
• Bubba

  Reminiscent of athletes, evoking images of strength and playful competition.
• Buckeye

  Ohio State University's athletic teams are called Buckeyes.
• Bud

  Reminiscent of Budweiser, a popular choice for game day drinks.
• Bullseye

  Darts players aim for this term, making it a competitive choice!
• Byron

  Named after a famous athlete, it suggests agility and competitive spirit.
• Cal

  Short for California, home to many athletic teams and outdoor activities.
• Carter

  Named after famous athlete Vince Carter, known for his agility.
• Champ

  This moniker nods to winners and top athletes in competitive games.
• Chaser

  This name suggests a feline with a knack for playful pursuit games.
• Chavez

  Named after a famous boxer, it suggests agility and athleticism.
• Chuck

  He shares a name with famed athlete Chuck Norris.
• Cleveland

  Named after a city famous for its professional sports teams.
• Clyde

  Named after a famous basketball player, it suggests athleticism and agility.
• Coach

  Directly linked to athletic training, evoking images of team leadership.
• Cobb

  Named after baseball legend Ty Cobb, it screams athleticism.
• Comet

  This moniker evokes speed and agility, like a celestial object racing.
• Comiskey

  Named after a famous baseball park in Chicago.
• Curry

  Named after basketball star Stephen Curry.
• Cy

  Short for cyclist, it's a nod to athletic, outdoor enthusiasts.
• Dallas

  Named after a popular football city, it screams athleticism and competition.
• Dancer

  This name evokes agility and grace, like a ballet performer's athleticism.
• Dash

  Implies speed and agility, like a sprinter racing towards the finish line.
• Deion

  Named after Deion Sanders, a famous multi-sport American athlete.
• Dempsey

  Named after famous boxer Jack Dempsey, implying athleticism and strength.
• Dimaggio

  Named after a famous baseball player, Joe DiMaggio.
• Ditka

  Named after Mike Ditka, a renowned American football player and coach.
• Earnhardt

  Named after Dale Earnhardt, a legendary NASCAR racing driver.
• Eli

  This moniker echoes famous athletes like Manning and Tomlinson.
• Elway

  Named after famous football quarterback, John Elway.
• Emmitt

  Named after football legend Emmitt Smith, it screams athleticism.
• Ernie

  Named after famed golfer, Ernest "Ernie" Els, known for athletic prowess.
• Fenway

  Named after a famous baseball park in Boston.
• Floyd

  Named after boxing legend Mayweather, suggesting agility and strength.
• Freddie

  Named after legendary boxer, Freddie Mills, it screams athleticism!
• Fuzzy

  This moniker evokes images of agile, quick-moving athletes like tennis players.
• Gordie

  Honors hockey legend Gordie Howe, known for his athletic prowess.
• Gretzky

  He's named after a legendary ice hockey player, Wayne.
• Griffey

  Named after Ken Griffey Jr., a famous baseball player.
• Hank

  He shares a moniker with baseball legend Hank Aaron.
• Harmon

  Named after Mark Harmon, famous for football and acting.
• Hawkeye

  Named after a sharpshooting archer superhero, suggesting agility and precision.
• Hero

  Conjures images of athletic prowess and daring feats, like superhero antics.
• Hobey

  Named after Hobey Baker, a famous American ice hockey player.
• Hogan

  Named after wrestling legend Hulk, suggesting strength and athleticism.
• Ike

  He shares a moniker with famed boxer, Eisenhower 'Ike' Williams.
• Indiana

  Named after a famous adventurer, Indiana Jones, suggests action and energy.
• Irvin

  He shares a moniker with NBA legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving.
• Isaiah

  Named after a famous basketball player, Isaiah Thomas.
• Jack

  He shares a name with nimble, athletic human counterparts.
• Jackie

  Reminiscent of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, suggesting athleticism and agility.
• Jackson

  Named after agile, athletic baseball legend, Shoeless Joe Jackson.
• Jerry

  He shares a name with famed basketball player Jerry West.
• Jordan

  Named after basketball legend Michael Jordan.
• Jose

  He shares a moniker with famous footballer, José Mourinho.
• Kareem

  Named after basketball legend Abdul-Jabbar, implying athleticism.
• Kirby

  Named after a famous baseball player, Jack Kirby.
• Knight

  Evokes images of medieval jousting tournaments and chivalrous athletic competitions.
• Kobe

  Named after a basketball legend, perfect for agile, energetic felines.
• Lambeau

  Named after a famous football field in Green Bay.
• Larry

  He shares a name with basketball legend Larry Bird!
• Lebron

  He's named after a famous basketball player, James.
• Lennox

  Named after boxing champ Lennox Lewis, it screams athleticism and strength.
• Lombardi

  Named after Vince, a legendary football coach.
• Louie

  He's named after legendary skateboarder, Louie Lopez.
• Madden

  Named after famous football coach and commentator, John Madden.
• Magic

  Associated with athletic prowess and agility, like basketball player Magic Johnson.
• Manny

  He shares a name with famous boxer, Manny Pacquiao.
• Marino

  Named after Dan Marino, famous American football quarterback.
• Mario

  He's named after a video game character known for athletic adventures.
• Mayweather

  Named after a famous boxer, it suggests agility and athleticism.
• Messi

  Named after a famous footballer, perfect for agile, playful felines.
• Mickey

  This name echoes baseball legend Mickey Mantle's athletic prowess.
• Mj

  Named after Michael Jordan, renowned for his athletic prowess.
• Montana

  Named after a rugged, outdoor state, perfect for adventurous felines.
• Moon

  Named after agile lunar astronauts, suggesting quickness and athleticism.
• Morgan

  This name echoes Morgan cars, known for their racing heritage.
• Moses

  He shares a name with famous basketball player Moses Malone.
• Mulligan

  A "do-over" in golf, it's perfect for active, playful felines.
• Namath

  Named after Joe Namath, a famous American football player.
• Nolan

  Named after baseball legend Nolan Ryan, screams athleticism and competition.
• Oj

  Named after O.J. Simpson, famous for his football career.
• Ozzy

  Named after energetic rocker Osbourne, suggesting an active, lively feline.
• Payton

  Named after legendary football player Walter Payton!
• Pee wee

  Reminiscent of small-sized athletes, suggesting agility and playful competitiveness.
• Pele

  Named after a legendary Brazilian footballer, perfect for athletic felines.
• Ping

  Resembles sound of a fast-moving ball in table tennis games.
• Piper

  This moniker echoes Piper Perabo, an actress known for action roles.
• Pistol

  This moniker references quick reflexes and agility, like a sharpshooter.
• Ranger

  Evokes images of outdoor adventures, athleticism, and the Texas Rangers team.
• Reggie

  Named after famous athletes like Reggie Jackson and Reggie Miller.
• Riptide

  Surfers ride waves, creating a playful, athletic vibe.
• Rocket

  Implies speed and agility, like a space-bound vessel zooming off!
• Rocky

  Named after a famous boxing movie character, it suggests athleticism.
• Ronaldo

  He's named after a famous, athletic soccer player.
• Rooney

  Named after famous footballer Wayne, it's perfect for athletic felines.
• Rory

  This moniker nods to golf champion Rory McIlroy's athletic prowess.
• Rousey

  Named after famed MMA fighter, Rhonda Rousey.
• Rudder

  Sailors use it to steer boats, hinting at an active, adventurous spirit.
• Rudy

  He shares a moniker with famous footballer, Rudy Gestede.
• Schooner

  Sailing enthusiasts love this nautical term for a fast, agile ship.
• Scout

  Reminiscent of adventurous outdoor activities and energetic exploration.
• Swift

  Conjures images of quick, agile movements, like Taylor's dance moves.
• Talladega

  Named after a famous NASCAR racetrack, it screams speed and competition!
• Teddy

  He's named after Roosevelt, a hunting, boxing, and tennis enthusiast.
• Tiger

  This feline moniker evokes strength and agility, like a pro athlete.
• Tito

  He shares a name with famed baseball player Tito Francona.
• Troy

  Named after a legendary city, it suggests strength, agility and competitiveness.
• Tyson

  Named after famous boxer Mike Tyson, implying athleticism and strength.
• Vijay

  He shares a moniker with famous Indian cricketer, Murali Vijay.
• Wagner

  Named after a famous composer, it suggests agility and rhythmic movement.
• Wayne

  Named after famous athlete Wayne Gretzky, it screams athleticism.
• Wedge

  This moniker references a golf club used for precision shots!
• Willie

  Named after baseball legend Willie Mays, known for his athletic prowess.
• Wilson

  Named after a popular brand of athletic equipment.
• Wilt

  Named after basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain, known for athleticism.
• Wrigley

  Named after a famous baseball field in Chicago.
• Yogi

  He's named after a famous baseball player, Yogi Berra.

Sporty Cat Names currently rank in 17th place out of all MeowNames.com categories.

As of November 2024, sporty cat names are rising in popularity with new cat owners. According to our stats, they are more fashionable than they were at the same time last year.

We've seen quite a bit of variation for this category, which might suggest that its popularity is influenced by seasonal or cultural events.