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Cats are more than pets for Indian pet parents. They are family. They share a bond with their masters. This bond gets solid when parents give their cat a name. Cute cat names display the charm and personality of pets. It can be cute, funny, royal, or inspired by culture. Many cat parents in India now choose names from mythology, Bollywood, food, and even international trends. These names make your cat stand out and feel even more loved.
Whether your cat is calm like a monk or naughty like a movie star, the right name can capture it. You might like the sound of “Golu,” “Bagheera,” or “Laila.” Or maybe something quirky like “Chutney” or “Oreo.” In this blog, we’ve listed 100 unique cat names for male and female cats. These names come from Indian roots and global ideas.
50 Male Cat Names
The following male cat names have been inspired by Bollywood, Disney, history, mythology, cartoons, and the Western world. Some of them are common dog names, desi nicknames. Some relate to popular Hindi names from books and media. Interestingly, some funny cat names are inspired by Indian cuisine, culture, food, sweets, and music.
| Name | Meaning/Why It’s Special |
| Golu | The iconic villain from Sholay |
| Bhole | Simple and innocent (Lord Shiva’s trait) |
| Gabbar | Favorite Indian dish suits royal cats |
| Mithun | Disco legend, suits a flashy cat |
| Ladoo | For sweet and round cats |
| Jalebi | Twisty and sweet personality |
| Biryani | Warrior suits a tough-looking cat |
| Simba | Brave and royal |
| Bagheera | Panther character, perfect for black cats |
| Aryan | Noble, warrior-like |
| Chintu | Small and adorable |
| Momo | Cute, round, soft—like the snack |
| Chikoo | Sweet and brown |
| Bhoora | Means “brown” in Hindi |
| Rocky | For energetic cats |
| Tuffy | Like from “Hum Aapke Hain Koun” |
| Krishna | Charming and playful like the deity |
| Gopal | Another name of Krishna |
| Tandoori | Spicy, bold |
| Raja | Means king |
| Romeo | For a flirty, charming male cat |
| Mogambo | Iconic villain line “Mogambo khush hua!” |
| Toofan | Means storm |
| Latte | Warm and smooth personality |
| Popcorn | For jumpy, energetic kitties |
| Oreo | For black & white fur |
| Thor | Powerful name for majestic cats |
| Akbar | Grand, historic Mughal king |
| Guru | Wise or calm personality |
| Ranveer | Stylish, energetic like Ranveer Singh |
| Whiskey | Elegant and playful |
| Puchka | Bengali version of golgappa |
| Dhol | Loud and playful |
| Chai | For calm and cozy cats |
| Bruno | Funny if used for cats |
| Aryamaan | Noble mind |
| Pluto | Cartoon dog, but ironically cute for cats |
| Kaju | Small and nutty |
| Tiger | Fierce look, soft inside |
| Samosa | Triangular and hard outside, soft inside |
| Shamsher | Warrior; suits a tough-looking cat |
| Mithoo | Common for parrots, funny for cats |
| Nawab | For a laid-back, regal cat |
| Saif | Smooth and regal like Saif Ali Khan |
| Ballu | Friendly giant (Gunday) |
| YoYo | Playful and rhythmic |
| Pintu | Common and friendly |
| Goofy | Silly and fun-loving |
| Tiki | Exotic and short |
| Bunty | Cute, chubby, a common nickname in India |
50 Female Cat Names
Like male cats, there are endless cat names for your furry companion. This list contains some white and black cat names. Moreover, you will find some girl cat names there. Look at some of the unique ones.
| Name | Meaning/Why It’s Special |
| Laila | Iconic beauty from “Laila Main Laila” |
| Mishti | Means sweet girl |
| Meowthi | Meow + Mythili |
| Kajal | Beautiful eyes like eyeliner |
| Rani | Queen |
| Chinki | Common nickname, very girly |
| Naina | Deep eyes, emotional |
| Anarkali | Mughal dancer, graceful |
| Tikka | Small, spicy |
| Rosie | Gentle and kind |
| Titli | Means butterfly |
| Pari | Fairy |
| Sona | Gold |
| Bulbul | Singer bird |
| Chhutki | Small, cute |
| Bebo | Stylish and sassy |
| Dimple | Inspired by Dimple Kapadia |
| Chikki | Sweet and crunchy |
| Koko | Western-style nickname |
| Luna | Means “moon” |
| Gudiya | Doll |
| Jhumka | Fancy and traditional |
| Rasgulla | Soft, sweet, squishy |
| Dolly | Very girly and easy |
| Jasmine | Fragrant and pretty |
| Sherry | Smooth and sweet name |
| Bella | Means “beautiful” in Italian |
| Dhunki | Magical and dreamy name |
| Tanu | Relatable and friendly |
| Dhanak | Rainbow |
| Chutney | Tangy and feisty |
| Rumi | Deep and thoughtful |
| Sweety | Playful and bubbly |
| Minnie | Mickey’s partner |
| Meethi | Sweet |
| Goldie | Glamorous gold-like name |
| Dhanno | Basanti’s horse, fits an energetic cat |
| Frooti | Tangy and cheerful |
| Noor | Means light |
| Tanuja | Strong and calm |
| Pepsi | Bubbly and bold |
| Ladli | Beloved daughter |
| Momo | Cute and soft |
| Pihu | Common baby girl name |
| Chatori | Loves to eat |
| Zoey | Life/energetic |
| Arya | Noble or warrior |
| Barbie | Stylish and iconic |
| Cherry | Sweet and tiny |
You can choose any of the mentioned 100 names to give your cat an identity.
Conclusion
Naming your cat is a fun and personal journey. The right name adds charm to your pet’s personality. Whether you love Indian culture, Bollywood, or Western trends, there’s a perfect name waiting. Choose something that makes you smile every time you call your cat.
We hope this list helped you find a name that feels just right. Funny, cute, royal, or bold. Each name tells a story. Give your cat a name they’ll carry with pride and love.
Because in the end, every meow deserves a name that’s as special as they are.
If you want to celebrate your kitty’s birthday and are looking for birthday celebration ideas, read the blog post below. Cute Pet Bakery offers a collection of cakes for cats online.
Also read: Cat Birthday Celebration Ideas in India
