Are you looking for a rare or unusual name for your cat? Maybe you haven’t found what you’re looking for yet and need a guide to help you come up with some unusual ideas?

Voilá: Here they are! – Names that not every cat has!

We have compiled a list of countless rare and unusual alternatives for you to discover. Your cat isn’t like all the other cats. It’s one of a kind. A unique name can show what kind of personality your purring ball of fluff has.

With the right name, everything is clear, and you know in a fraction of a second what kind of character you have on four paws! Choose an exotic name for your female or male cat that you don’t hear everywhere.

Rare female cat names

Would you like a unique name for your female cat?

A rare cat name can emphasize your cat’s personality. Nature also offers many beautiful names for female cats: How about “Elara,” named after one of Jupiter’s moons, suitable for a female cat with a mysterious aura.

The cat name can also refer to your kitty’s physical characteristics: ‘Aurelia’ means “golden” in Latin and is perfect for a female cat with a golden coat. Heroines from the silver screen are also great sources of inspiration.

For graceful female cats belonging to fantasy fans, “Galadriel” from “The Lord of the Rings” is a good choice – a maiden crowned with light.

Zephyrine – west wind (Greek)
Esperanza – Hope (Spanish)
Cleodora – Gift of God (Greek)
Elowen – Elven tree (Celtic)
Eirlys – Snowdrop (Welsh)
Sunniva – Sun gift (Norwegian)
Aurelia – golden light (Latin)
Aja – Forest spirit from African mythology
Isadora – Gift of Isis (Greek)
Zarina – Gold (Persian)
Iliana – radiant, bright (Greek)
Elysia – paradisiacal (Greek)
Glinda – beautiful (Welsh)
Vanya – God is gracious (Slavic)
Merah – Princess (Hebrew)
Bahiti – the happy one (Egyptian)
Thalia – flourishing (Greek)
Amara – eternally beautiful (Indian)
Aila – Lightbringer (Finnish)
Elara – Light (Greek)
Teal – Blue-green (English)
Nerina – Mermaid (Greek)
Vashti – Beauty (Hebrew)
Oriana – golden (Latin)
Nashira – Messenger of good fortune (Arabic)
Kalea – Happiness (Hawaiian)
Thalassa – Sea (Greek)
Sariel – Princess of God (Hebrew)
Dala – Pearl (Indian)
Topolina – Little mouse, Italian term of endearment
Gaia – Mother Earth (Greek)
Serenity
Liora – Light for me (Hebrew)
Selene – Goddess of the Moon (Greek)
Thekla – God’s glory (Greek)
Alvina – Elven friend (Spanish)
Bellatrix – Warrior (Latin)
Thaisa – divine (Greek)
Mireille – admirable (French)
Fenella – vixen (Scottish)
Marilou – beloved (French)
Isannah – God has heard (Greek)
Calista – Beauty (Greek)
Zaylee
Paola – the little one (Italian)

Rare male cat names

Many cat lovers choose classic names such as “Max,” “Felix,” or “Leo” for their male cats. However, there are rare and unusual male cat names just waiting to be discovered.

Why not choose something unusual?

“Zephyr” is a name from Greek mythology and means “gentle west wind.” This cat name is perfect for a calm, gentle male cat.

Nature also offers many inspiring names: “Orion,” after the distinctive constellation, is the ideal name for an adventurous male cat, for example.

Or “Caspian,” like the Caspian Sea, for a male cat with a profound personality. Perhaps you are looking for something truly unique? Then take a look at other languages: “Balthazar,” an ancient Hebrew name, sounds mystical and powerful.

Aurelian – Gold (Latin)
Asa – Healer (Hebrew)
Lysander – Freedom (Greek)
Cassan – curly (Irish)
Valerian – brave (Latin)
Vesuv – Volcano in Italy
Cassius – empty (Latin)
Leander – Lion of Man (Greek)
Azrael – God’s help (Hebrew)
Makani – Wind (Hawaiian)
Lester – City of Lovers (English)
Ikarus – Character from Greek mythology
Kash
Piper
Farid – incomparable (Arabic)
Evander – good man (Greek)
Lionel – little lion (Latin)
Caius – Joy (Latin)
Zephyr – West wind (Greek)
Fjell – Mountain (Norwegian)
Mansur – Rescue (Arabic)
Emeric – honorable (Hungarian)
Zircon – Gemstone in many colors
Lykke – Happiness (Danish)
Alala – the dreamer (ancient Greek)
Viano – lively (Latin)
Ravi – Indian sun god
Arisu – noble (Old German)
Jarvis
Onni – Happiness (Finnish)
Benji – Son of the South (Hebrew)
Tapio – Ruler of the Forest (Finnish)
Ignatius – fiery (Latin)
Levon – Lion (Armenian)
Xerxes – Persian king
Hiram – Brother (Hebrew)
Simeon – [God] has heard (Hebrew)
Yamir – Moon (Indian)
Kasimir – known destroyer (Slavic)
Ari – Lion (Hebrew)

Funny creative cat names

Nothing escapes your cat! Is yours one of those cats that manages to open drawers when it wants to and suspects there is something interesting in the cupboard?

Our cats are seismographs on four paws – there’s no chance of keeping anything secret from them. Most cats have a curious and playful nature. That’s why they deserve a cat name that’s as creative and funny as they are.

Here are a few ideas for funny and imaginative cat names. How about “Mowglie”? This name immediately brings a smile to your face and is perfect for a furry friend who is talkative. For movie and TV series fans, “Hairy Paw-ter” is a great choice. Maybe you like puns: then “Mewci-fer” for a mischievous tomcat or “Fur-dinand” for a stately fluff monster.

Mowglie
Mewsic
Miss Purrfect
Pawsitivity
Furricane
Whiskerina
Pawsome
McFluff
Meowrio
Meowzilla
Sir Pounce-a-lot

Rare old cat names

It is often quite a challenge to find a special and meaningful name for your cat.

While many cat lovers choose modern names, rare, old cat names are back in vogue. At first, the old names were ridiculed, but now they are en vogue again! 

Sometimes you just have to wait long enough, right? It’s amazing: suddenly—whatever or whoever the trigger may be—there’s a resurgence and you suddenly find the good old names back in the mainstream.

As if we hadn’t always suspected it: names like “Hildegard” or “Oswald” not only exude a cool nonchalance, they also have a very special timeless quality. “Oswald” comes from Old High German and means “God’s ruler,” a proud name that suits a majestic tomcat well. ‘Hildegard’ stands for the courageous “battle maiden,” a strong, independent fighter who likes to go her own way.  

Hildegard
Oswald
Giesela
Ludwig
Gundula
Ferdinand
Isolde
Leopold
Brunhilde
Siegfried
Walburga
Eberhard
Adalbert
Gertrud
Wigbert
Irmingard
Gerlinde
Roswitha
Theobald
Agathe
Elfriede
Adelgard
Winfried

Rare Turkish cat names

Do you love Turkey? When it comes to giving your cat the right name, you can also draw inspiration from the rich Turkish culture. 

Turkish names not only have a melodic tone, but often also have a profound meaning that makes your kitty even more special.

A popular Turkish name for cats is “Nazli.” It means “delicate” or “shy” and suits a reserved and graceful cat well. 

Or how about ‘Cemal’? This name means “beauty” and emphasizes your kitty’s elegance.

For a brave and adventurous cat, “Aslan” might be appropriate, which means “lion” in Turkish. 

If you want to emphasize your kitty’s intelligence and cleverness, “Akil” could be a good choice. It means ‘smart’ or “understanding.”

Kismet – destiny
Rüzgar – wind
Derya – the ocean
Ipek – silk
Kuzey – the north
Esin – the fragrance

More ideas for cat names

Haven’t found the right name yet? No problem, we have even more choices for you! With a name from another language, your cat will also have a very special name. How about a Japanese or Spanish name, for example? Not your thing? Then we also have many other male and female cat names for you.

Japanese cat names

  • Akari – light
  • Nakano – warrior
  • Mio – beautiful
  • Kazuo – harmony
  • Tatsuki – honor
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female names

  • Mimi
  • Nala
  • Lilly
  • Bella
  • Abby
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Male names

  • Loui
  • Rocky
  • Shadow
  • Cooper
  • Bruno
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