Traditional Cat Names
Looking to give your new furry friend an elegant, old-fashioned name? The time-honoured choices have stood the test of time for a reason. Keep it classy with these traditional cat names.
Traditional Cat Names For Boys
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Popular for its golden hue, like the precious fossilized resin.
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Many pet owners choose it for its heavenly, protective connotations.
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Popular for years, it's derived from an old English surname.
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Popular for its rogue-like charm, often seen in old cartoons.
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Often chosen for its strong, cuddly connotations, echoing famous teddy bears.
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Popular since the 70s, thanks to a famous canine movie star.
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Fiery monikers like this have been popular for felines for centuries!
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This name's popularity soared after a 1970s hit song about a dog.
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Many folks named their cats after sweet treats in olden times!
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Popular for decades, it's often chosen for its friendly, companion-like connotation.
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Often used for winners, it's a classic, popular choice for feline victors.
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Popular for decades, it's often chosen for its friendly, classic vibe.
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Popular for years, it's often chosen for its playful, hunting connotation.
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Popular for decades, this moniker nods to fashion icon Chanel.
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Popular for decades, this moniker hails from Irish roots meaning "helpful".
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Popular for decades, it's a classic choice linked to barrel makers.
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This name harks back to old English countryside pastimes.
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Royalty often used this title, making it a classic feline moniker.
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Popular for decades, Fido hails from Latin, meaning "I trust."
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Many pet owners choose it due to its cute, fur-related connotation.
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Many orange felines in old tales and cartoons bore this moniker.
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Motorcycle enthusiasts have used this moniker for their felines for years.
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Popular for decades, this feline moniker hails from an Old Breton origin.
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Sweet and comforting, this name has been loved by cat owners for generations.
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Often chosen for felines due to their natural predatory instincts.
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Popular for centuries, it's often linked to nursery rhymes and fairy tales.
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Popular for years, it's a classic choice with timeless appeal.
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Popular for centuries, this gemstone-inspired moniker is a feline favorite!
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Royalty-inspired monikers have long been popular for feline companions.
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Popular for centuries, this feline moniker stems from old English 'kitling'.
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Lion kings and zodiac signs have popularized this classic feline moniker.
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Norse mythology and Marvel comics popularized this mischievous moniker.
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People often name their feline friends after symbols of good fortune.
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Bob Marley's fame made it a popular choice for pet monikers.
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Popular for decades, it's often chosen for its short, easy pronunciation.
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Popular since ancient times, it's a classic choice for feline friends.
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Named after famous icon Marilyn, it's a classic choice for feline friends.
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Many admirals and sea captains named their feline companions this.
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Popular for decades, this feline moniker hails from old Norse roots.
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Popular since Dickens' "Oliver Twist", it's a classic, enduring feline moniker.
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Popular for years, this name originates from Oliver, a classic moniker.
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Popular for centuries, this Welsh moniker means "young warrior".
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Pirates often used this term, making it a classic choice for felines.
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Many old-timey pet owners named their cats after their patchy fur!
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Often chosen for cats, it hails from old English, meaning "rock".
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Popular for its nature-inspired roots, often chosen in olden times.
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Popular since Roman times, this regal moniker means "king" in Latin.
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Popular for centuries, this moniker hails from old Germanic nobility.
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Popular for decades, this name echoes the famous boxing movie hero.
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Gemstone names have long been popular for feline companions.
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Popular for centuries, this Latin-rooted moniker means "red-haired" in English.
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This moniker hails from classic British literature and aristocracy.
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Many old tales and cartoons feature felines named Rusty.
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Biblical origins and frequent use make this feline moniker a classic choice.
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Popular for decades, this Russian moniker often graces our feline friends.
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Biblical origins and frequent use over time make Saul a classic choice.
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Popularized by classic literature, it's often chosen for adventurous felines.
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Often chosen for black cats, reflecting their stealthy, mysterious nature.
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Civil War general and tank namesake make it a classic choice.
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Lion King's fame made this feline moniker a classic choice.
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Popular for felines with paws resembling footwear, dating back centuries.
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Often used in old cartoons, it's a classic, time-honored feline moniker.
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Popular in old cartoons, this moniker is often given to felines.
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Popular for decades, this name hails from Latin meaning "star".
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Silverware and British currency have made this feline moniker timeless!
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Sweet monikers for pets have been popular since the Victorian era.
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Popular since Teddy Roosevelt, it's a classic, enduring choice for felines.
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Popular for centuries, this feline moniker hails from Shakespearean times.
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Popular during Prohibition, it's a nod to bootleggers' favorite contraband.
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Nature-inspired monikers have long been favored for feline companions.
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Named after Churchill, it's a classic choice for feline companions.
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Traditional Cat Names: Stats
Traditional Cat Names currently rank in 27th place out of all MeowNames.com categories.
As of November 2024, traditional cat names are losing some popularity with new kitten owners. According to MeowNames stats, they are less fashionable than they were at this 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.
Carly (Tennessee, United States) - 01-07-2024
She is my cat she is cute and she loves me
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