🦴 Updated on December 9th, 2024
1. Luna
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Yes, Luna again. It’s the go-to for people who think they’re being celestial and mystical. Newsflash: it’s as common as cat fur on your favourite jumper.
2. Bella
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Bella, really? It’s as if we’re all naming our cats after a certain sparkly vampire franchise. Let’s aim for something a bit more original, shall we?
3. Milo
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Milo might sound quirky, but it’s everywhere. Your cat deserves a name that stands out, not one that blends into the crowd of Milos at the vet.
4. Simba
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Unless your cat is planning on reclaiming Pride Rock, Simba is a bit overdone. There are plenty of other regal names to consider.
5. Nala
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Nala pairs with Simba like a cliché in a cheesy rom-com. Your cat isn’t a sidekick; they’re the star of their own show.
6. Coco
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Coco sounds sweet until you realise every other brown tabby has the same name. How about something with a bit more bite?
7. Loki
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Loki, the god of mischief. How original. It’s almost like we’re all reading from the same Norse mythology book. Let’s diversify.
8. Oscar
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Oscar is a classic, but classics are, well, classic for a reason—they’re boring. Your cat isn’t boring, are they?
9. Tigger
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Unless your cat literally bounces on their tail, Tigger is a bit of a stretch. Time to bounce to a new idea.
10. Jasper
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Jasper sounds posh until you realise it’s the feline equivalent of “John.” Let’s raise the bar a bit higher.
11. Daisy
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Daisy for a cat? It’s cute, but let’s not pretend it’s groundbreaking. Your cat’s name should be as unique as their purr-sonality.
12. Felix
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Felix, like the cat food mascot? Way to go for originality. Your cat deserves better than to be named after a brand.
13. Charlie
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Charlie is as common as a cold. Your cat is unique; their name should be too.
14. Alfie
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Alfie might sound friendly, but it’s as run-of-the-mill as they come. Let’s think outside the litter box.
15. Rosie
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Rosie is sweet, but it’s been done to death. Your feline deserves something fresh, not recycled.
16. Smudge
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Smudge might seem unique, but every other cat with a bit of white on their face gets this name. Time to clean up your act.
17. George
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George is solid, but isn’t your cat a bit more dynamic than a name that belongs in an office?
18. Bella
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Yes, it’s here twice. Because people really need to stop naming their pets Bella. Seriously.
19. Willow
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Willow sounds whimsical, but it’s so common it’s practically pedestrian. Your cat deserves to be the only Willow in the village.
20. Misty
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Misty sounds mysterious, but when every foggy grey cat has the same name, it loses its charm. Let’s find something with more substance.
Break Free From The Naming Norms
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Before you settle on a name that everyone and their grandmother has used, think about what makes your cat unique. Your moggy deserves a name that’s as distinctive as their personality. Don’t let them be just another Luna or Milo—make their name stand out in the crowd.
Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock / Nils Jacobi.
For transparency, this content was partly developed with AI assistance and carefully curated by an experienced editor to be informative and ensure accuracy.