Female Cat Names: What are the Meanings of Common Female Cat Names?

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There are lists of common cat names, but...what do they mean? Are certain names associated with certain characteristics and traits?

After interviewing several veterinarians about this hypothesis, it was determined that there are certain characteristics generally associated with some names.

A list of the top 30 d female cats names were compiled by Veterinary Pet Insurance over 300,000 policy holders. The following are characteristics associated with each name:


Top 30 Female Cat Names


1. CHLOE – Cats named Chloe are often larger breed cats with very loving and loyal personalities. They aim to please and can be quite "care-free". Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Greek Shoot or fresh young blossom.

2. LUCY – Lucy is a name often given to spoiled cats. Lucy's are loved and given lots of attention and time. Most Lucy's are smart cats and good problem solvers.

They are alert and not much gets by them without them knowing about it. Many cats named Lucy are described as "beautiful". Origin: Latin. The meaning is: Light and learning.

3. CLEO – Cleo is a common cat name, which is well suited for the noble looking cat. Most Cleo's are beautiful with lovely coats and a regal aristocratic personality. They seem to like attention and know their worth. They love to have a soft bed and like to be petted. Origin: Latin. The meaning is: a Patrician, aristocratic and noble.

4. PRINCESS – The name "Princess" is often associated with smaller breed cats with a lot of charisma. At least they show charisma to their owners but it may not be obvious to their veterinarian or groomer. They like to look "pretty" and are often dressed in pink clothes, collar or bandanas. Origin: English. The meaning is: Royal Daughter.

5. ANGEL – Angel is a name often associated with a quiet tranquil cat. They are thoughtful, loving and very loyal. They are often suspicious of strangers and slow to warm up to new people. They are trustworthy friends and good at keeping secrets. Origin: English. The meaning is: Angel; Messenger; kind and lovable.

6. MOLLY – Molly is a great cat name. Molly's come in a variety of sizes and shapes and are generally gentle and sweet natured. If you look into most cats' named Molly's faces – they actually have "pretty faces". Molly's are generally very trusting. Origin: Hebrew. It is believed that Molly is a variant of Mary, which itself is a variant of the Hebrew name. Miriam, which has several meanings, including "sea of bitterness" and "wished for child".

7. KITTY – Kitty is a common and sweet cat names. Cats named Kitty are often dainty, pretty and a bit "flirty". They love live and can be really sweet. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Flirty.

8. SAMANTHA – Samantha is a name given to many different sizes and breeds. One common characteristic is that these cats are smart and intuitive. They seem to know what you are thinking. Some Samantha's can be described as "bewitched". Origin: English. The meaning is: Female for of Samuel; a listener.

9. MISTY – Many cats named Misty can be described as thoughtful and quiet. They are often sincere, sweet natured but a little shy. They are slow to warm up to strangers but once they do, they don't forget them. They have a keen sense of hearing and smell. Origin: American English. The meaning is: Unclear; covered with mist. .

10. MISSY – Cats named Missy are sweet and often quiet. They often described as "shy". They are loving cats and like to spend quiet time with you. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Soft-spoken.

11. SOPHIE – Sincere and sweet are two words often used to describe Sophie's. They can be creative and like to play. They are people cats and prefer your company over the company of other cats. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Wisdom.

12. BABY – Cats named Baby are often spoiled rotten (in a very good way). They are generally sweet cats with extremely pretty facial features (I know this sounds strange but you know what I mean, right)? Origin: American English. Meaning: Young, innocent and sweet.

13. MAGGIE – Most cats named Maggie are happy and mild-mannered. They prefer to be with their owners than on their own. They love to be loved and give TONS of love back in return. A lot of cats named Maggie like to communicate with you either with whines and barks or with their eyes. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: From Margaret; a Pearl.

14. ZOE – Cats named Zoe are often strong leaders. They can be quiet and thoughtful. They seem to read your mind at times. They prefer your company over anything else. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Life.

15. CALLIE –There are several spellings for "Callie" including Kallie, Kali, Cali and Calli. Most Callies are calico colored – meaning they have 3 colors. Genetically, most all calico cats are female and beautiful. The 3 colors make calicos a very striking cat. Origin: Greek. The mean is: Most beautiful.