How to name a kitten: a guide to cat names

As soon as a kitten appears at home, the question immediately arises of what to name it. Of course, I want to give him some unusual, funny name. You will learn the coolest nicknames for cats in this article. The name can be chosen based on the pet’s character or appearance. It is not necessary to call a white cat Snowball, you can go the opposite way and give him the nickname Coal or call the sphinx Fluff.

This article will look at nicknames for male cats. You can find cool Russian and foreign names that are suitable specifically for your pet in this publication.

How to come up with a name for a cat?

Have you decided to get a cat or even already brought one home? It's time to think about a name. There are some tips on how to choose a name for a cat. You don't have to follow them, but it's worth learning about them:

1. It is believed that cats respond best to hissing and whistling sounds, especially “k” and “s”. It’s not for nothing that we call them “kitty-kitty.” There is also an opinion that cats only hear the first three sounds clearly, so the name should be short. If you choose a short name with a hissing sound, the cat will get used to it faster. Nevertheless, practice shows that cats get used to a variety of nicknames, including long ones.
2. Do not forget about euphony, call the animal with obscene and unpleasant names, names that are consonant with swear words. After all, it may happen that you have to walk down the street shouting this nickname loudly.
3. Be careful with human names. Not every friend will understand if a cat is named after him. Yes, and people with that name may appear in your environment.
4. Choose a nickname for the whole family. Each family member will have to say this word several times a day, so it is not advisable for anyone to have negative associations. Try to come to an agreement; there are often cases when different people call an animal differently. It is better to accustom the kitten to one name.
5. The nickname you choose should be pleasant to you and easy to pronounce. If you choose a long name, say it several times. Do you pronounce it easily, without stuttering?

Fossa and Margay

Next, the “Funny Animal Names” rating is continued by Fossa. At first glance, we can say that this is an ordinary medium-sized animal belonging to the cat family. However, scientists have found that the Fossa has nothing to do with cats - it is the only representative of the genus Cryptoprocta. In appearance, this animal is a cross between a jaguarundi, a mongoose and a civet. This is the largest predator on the island of Madagascar. Although Fossa has no enemies in nature, people dislike it very much, and today it needs protection.

Margay is an animal similar to a small leopard. Has a very long tail and loves to climb trees. This beautiful representative of the cat family has huge, expressive eyes. The margay also has a special structure of its paws, which allows it to descend upside down even from an absolutely vertical tree. It is unlikely that any other representative of the cat family can do this.

Cool nicknames for white cats

Do you have a snow-white fluffy pet? The first name that comes to mind is related to its color: Snow, Snowball, Blondie, Blanche (French “white”), White, White, Whitey, Snow (English “snow”), Ice (English “ice”), Sugar ( English "sugar"), Sugar, Kefir, Belyash, Loaf, Coconut, Rice (English "rice").

What is the color white primarily associated with? Of course, with cleanliness. Cool nicknames for cats can mean cleanliness in different languages, for example: Clean, Tide, Tidy, Taidik (English: “clean”), Rain, Rainik, Rainie (German: “clean”).

White color represents something good, bright: Ray, Light, Angel, Angel (English “angel”), Light (English “light”), Kindy (English “kind”), Gut (German “kind” ), Hell (German: “bright”), Holly (English: “saint”), Kasper.

Nicknames that simply start with the letter “b” are also suitable: Bill, Bruce, Barry, Bayan, Buyan, Brand, Bobby.

Cool nicknames for black cats

Do you have a black kitten in your house? Contrary to prejudices, it will definitely bring you good luck! What to name the boy?

First of all, let's turn to color: Knight, Naitik, Find (English “night”), Black (English “black”), Schwartz (German “black”), Hay (Chinese “black”), Noir (French . “black”), Coal, Coal, Chernysh, Negro, Raven, Dusk, Beetle.

A black cat is often associated with something mystical. Why not reflect this in a cat's name? Demon, Magician, Sorcerer, Priest, Mystic, Sorcerer, Devil, Ares (god of war), Kronos (god of time), Lucifer - cool nicknames for black cats.

You can simply use names starting with the letter “h” - Genghis, Charles, Chuck.

How to name a kitten: a guide to cat names

A little furry friend has arrived in your home! Sometimes you look at a new family member and it’s immediately clear that this is Richard or Fluff. But sometimes coming up with a name for a kitten becomes a difficult task comparable to choosing a name for a newborn and the subject of many hours of discussion among the family. Choosing a name for a cat is a very responsible task. After all, a nickname is not just a set of sounds, it’s destiny! The nickname affects the pet’s character and can enhance its positive qualities or smooth out negative ones.

Experts in all the intricacies of choosing a name have recently been talking not only about name compatibility for couples, suitable or inappropriate middle names, but also the need for a favorable combination of the owner’s name and the pet’s nickname . A correctly chosen nickname will help establish harmonious relationships and better mutual understanding between the owner and his pet.

I don’t want to give an alphabetical list of all possible cat names, as is usually done on thematic sites. Instead, to ease the creative torment of new owners, we offer several ideas - what to name the cat .

Traditional cat names

Famous cat names

Nicknames of cats and kittens by appearance

Nicknames of cats and cats, consonant with their breed

Nicknames of cats and kittens in memory of wild relatives

Nicknames of cats and female cats based on their character and behavioral characteristics

The cat’s special taste preferences may also suggest a suitable nickname :

You can name your cat after your favorite cartoon or movie character, literary or mythological character.

Some people name their cats after celebrities - singers, actors, athletes, writers, historical figures, pioneers, TV presenters and even politicians . This can be either a tribute to one’s idol or a humorous approach - at one time, ginger cats were often called Chubais. And for black and white, the nickname Chaplin is quite suitable.

Nicknames of cats and kittens by profession or hobby of the owner

Football fans sometimes name cats after their team, car enthusiasts - their favorite brand of car, climbers - after the names of conquered peaks, travelers borrow beautiful names from the world map, and computer scientists and financiers use their professional terms. Fashionistas can name a cat after their favorite brand, flower growers - after an exotic plant, and a sweet tooth - after their favorite delicacy. Here are just a few examples, the list in this case can be continued indefinitely:

The nickname of your favorite cat is a dream come true.

Have you heard anything about the power of thought? Some psychologists recommend, as often as possible, in the midst of everyday hustle and bustle, to find time to remember your dreams and desires - with love, good mood and the brightest emotions. This will give them the strength to bring it to life. Give your kitten an appropriate name and let your new furry friend become a walking reminder of your dreams! It is pointless to give a list of examples, because dreams rush into infinity and everyone has their own.

When choosing a cat's name, a Russian language dictionary can provide invaluable help - both to search for the most sonorous synonyms of the desired semantic load of the name, and to check the selected name for the presence of additional undesirable meanings.

Do you know any foreign language perfectly? Then your creative possibilities increase! Try to convey the appropriate meaning in English, French, Spanish or other words close to your ear and heart. For example, for a spotted, very nimble kitten, the name Cheetah would be appropriate in essence, but the sound is somehow incommensurable. But the name Cheetos (from English cheetah) is just right! You can also use the peculiarities of word formation to give the chosen basis additional national flavor: the restless cat named Lizka will become more aristocratic and flirtatious if she is called Lisette.

For those who want to “consult the stars” when choosing a name for a pet: “ Name of the cat according to the zodiac sign, basics of numerology.”

What to name a cat?

The Hermitage staff have vast experience in coming up with all kinds of cat names. More than 50 cats work in this famous Treasury of world art masterpieces. Rotation of “personnel” is required, and irresponsible citizens often throw annoying pets into the museum - that’s why the Hermitage cats are periodically given new owners. Even with such a “turnover”, employees try to carefully choose names that suit the character of each specific cat. When all the traditional cat names ran out, the knowledge of history, geography and art came to the aid of the museum staff - cats began to be named after ancient gods, famous artists, countries and even American and Indian states.

Another famous establishment where more than 120 cats work is the Yuri Kuklachev Cat Theater. I wonder how the “cat dad” comes up with the names of all his pets? Among the tailed artists there are Sprat, Fifa, Kutka, Mikhey, Strelka, Charlik, Mercedes, Kesha, Mitya, Knopka, Manyunya, Fantik and, of course, the famous cat Boris, who advertises Kitikat cat food on TV screens. Each cat has a special character trait or something in their appearance, thanks to which the artists receive their personal nickname. For example, it’s immediately clear why the slender ginger cat was named Carrot! Sometimes the reason for appropriating an estate can be a personal story. So, the tailed artist Sosika began to be called that because the trainer picked her up at the market, where the nimble cat stole the sausages and caused a terrible commotion.

We hope that these ideas will serve as a source of inexhaustible inspiration and help you choose the most suitable name for your new purring family member!

Naumov Maxim especially for https://www.33cats.ru

09.09.2010

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For the red cat

Do you have a cute and mischievous ginger kitten? This is how a bright sunny name suggests itself. Cool nicknames for a ginger cat can be: San, Sunny (English: “sun”), Red (English: “red”), Rouge (French: “red”), Altyn (Turkish: “gold”), Svelyachok, Ryzhik , Fox, Fox, Orange, Mandarin, Peach, Saffron, Felix, Pumpkin, Mango, Pikachu, Jam, Oscar, Garfield, Orange, Tangerine, Fakir, Ogonyok, Gold (English: “gold”), Amber, Fire.

R-r-r-red. Do you want to name your kitten starting with the letter “r”? Choose: Rocks, Paradise, Rome, Roman, Rudi, Rufik, Rubin, Robert.

What other cool nicknames are there for red male cats? A bright, positive red color, and I want to give a cheerful, joyful nickname: Joy (English “joy”), Freud (German “joy”), Lucky (English “luck”), Gluck (German “happiness”), King.

Cool nicknames for gray cats

Is your kitten smokey or tabby? You might like the nicknames from this list: Asher, Ash (English: “ashes”), Ashton, Gray, Ash, Smoke, Smokey, Smokey, Smough, Wulf, Tom, Mouse, Gray, Silver (English: “silver”) , Wolf, Wolf (German “wolf”), Wulf, Wolf (English “wolf”), Smog.

And just names starting with the letter “S”: Steven, Spirit (English “spirit”), Sarkis, Solomon, Samson, Simon, Samir, Sinbad.

Do you think that your kitten is not gray, but rather smoky? There are many names starting with the letter "D": Dandy, Dale (maybe you'll have Chip soon?), Dominic, Dan, Jay, Joy, James (who is Bond).

Russians

Many people dream of giving their dogs Russian names because it is convenient and familiar. List of nicknames:

• Buran,
• Storm,
• Storm,
• Arrow,
• Bullet,
• Wind,
• Skipper,
• Rocket,
• Mukhtar,
• Cheetah,
• Ruby,
• Thunder,
• Loyal,
• North,
• Wind,
• Lord,
• Baron,
• Bim,
• Kuzya,
• Totoshka,
• Umka,
• Klepych,
• Peach,
• Gosha,
• Emelya,
• Ball,
• Pirate.

Divine names

Does your cat think he's a god? No wonder cats were extolled in Ancient Egypt. You can name your pet after a god or hero, and not necessarily Egyptian: Zeus (supreme Greek god), Ares (god of war), Boreas (god of the north wind), Helios (god of the sun), Hephaestus (god of fire), Hercules (hero), Dionysus (god of wine), Icarus, Morpheus (god of sleep), Odysseus (hero), Amon (sun god), Anubis (patron of the dead), Horus (sun god), Montu (god of war), Ptah (creator), Ra ( sun god), Set (god of the desert), Loki (god of harm), Odin (supreme god).