Female Cat Names: What are the Meanings of Common Female Cat Names?
By: Dr. Debra Primovic
16. JASAMINE – Jasamine is a named often used for beautiful cats with lovely coloring. Most Jasamines are sweet and precious cats. They are very sweet with loving personalities. Their favorite pass time is eating! Origin: Persian. The meaning is: Colorful.
17. PATCHES – Patches is a name commonly used name on cats with fur focal spots of different fur colors. Most patches are "strays" type cats with big personalities. They love life and are generally people oriented. They appreciate having a loving home and are wonderful pets. Origin: American English. The meaning is: Scrap, bit or piece.
18. SASHA – Cats named Sasha often come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Most Sasha's are eager to please and very "caring" cats. They are also good listeners and love it when you talk to them. They like to go on walks and spend quiet time with you. Origin: Greek. The meaning is: Defending men; helpmate.
19. GRACIE – Cats named Gracie are often graceful, agile and sweet. They can be described as sincere and devoted companions. They are often energetic and like to play. They often have an inner "wild" steak that occasionally comes out. Origin: Latin. The meaning is: Faithful.
20. PRECIOUS – Cats named precious are loving cats with loyal owners. They are loved and give lots of love in return. They generally prefer to be indoors only and in a safe environment. They love to be pampered. Origin: English. Meaning: Loved; highly valued.
21. DAISY – Cats named Daisy are often sweet cats with loving personalities. They are often low-key cats with quiet tendencies. They like to play at times but prefer to sleep. Origin: Latin. The meaning is: Days Eye, Flower name – with yellow center and white pedals.
22. SHADOW - Shadow is a common and wonderful cat name. It is often given to cats that are black. Many cats named Shadow are shy and slow to approach strangers. They are loving and loyal to their owners. They hate going to the vet and are not trusting. Some describe cats named Shadow as "uptight". Origin: English. The meaning is: Dark image cast by an object blocking the sun's rays.
23. GINGER – Ginger is a common name given to cats that are ginger in color – a red/brown color. Golden retrievers, Irish setters and Brittany spaniels are a couple common breeds named Ginger. Most Gingers are sweet although some can borderline on selfish. They sometime prefer to be in single cat households. They often have a "girl next door" appearance to strangers. Origin: Latin. The meaning is: Spring like; Flourishing or pungent spice.
24. SASSY – Sassy is a common named given to cats that are delicate and distinctly feminine. They are often pretty and act like little princesses. They have independent personalities and can be a bit aloof. Origin: American English. The meaning is: feisty or playful.
25. LILY – Lily is associated with feminine beautiful cats that are dainty and very agile. Cats named Lily can jump on things, transverse tables with objects piled on it and never knock anything down. They are sweet cats and are often very bonded to the woman in their homes. Origin: Latin. The meaning is: a beautiful flower.
26. BELLA – Cats named Bella are often small and pretty. They are generally very agile and graceful. Most Bella's are very loyal to their owners and are used to being spoiled. Many Bella's like to be fussed over with grooming, nail painting or being dressed up. Their favorite color is pink! Origin: Italian. The meaning is: Beautiful.
27. ABBY – Abby is a good cat name and associated with a happy, free-spirited cat. Many Abby's never met a stranger and seem to really love their life. They have a fondness for treats. Origin: Hebrew. The meaning is: Father in Rejoicing.
28. SMOKEY – Cats named Smokey are often grey in color and absolutely wonderful cats. They are generally gentile and sweet. They love looking out the window and watching birds, squirrels and other animals. Origin: English. The meaning is: Smokey, as the result of being on fire. Smokey is also associated with a grey hazy color.
29. ANNIE – Annie is a "girl next door" name given to many cats with sweet loving personalities. They can be funny and will do things to make you smile. They love your companionship. Origin: Hebrew. The meaning is: Grace; Favor.
30. TIGGER – Tigger is a very fun cat name! Many Tiggers are considered "ornery" and sweet cats. They love life and are often very people oriented. Many Tiggers wifll act more like dogs than cats some times. Origin: English. The meaning is: Cute cat.
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