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140 funny cat names that will make you laugh every time you call your pet

Try these silly-sounding monikers for your new cat

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With literally no limit to the choices you can find or come up with, it can take a long time to find the right name for your new cat. It can be a stressful decision. Not only do you need to find a name that you enjoy saying and hearing, but you also need to find one that suits your cat’s looks and personality. After all, not every feline fits the name Fluffy. But don’t fear; your search is about to come to an end.

These 140 funny cat names are sure to make you smile, but if you’re lucky, you just might find the perfect moniker for your new kitty. To be sure you’re on the right track, try saying your favorite cat names out loud to see how they sound. Spoiler alert: They’re going to sound silly.

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Oldies but goodies: Classic yet silly-sounding cat names

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Sometimes, you don’t need to think too hard to find a silly-sounding name for your cat. Even classic feline names can sound funny under the right circumstances, but these slightly unique cat names are sure to stand out among cat owners. Just imagine a vet tech calling one of these names when it’s time for your kitty’s yearly check-up.

  1. Admiral Meowington
  2. Angus
  3. Bertha
  4. Big Boy
  5. Birdie
  6. Bitty
  7. Bob
  8. Captain
  9. Cornelius
  10. Cubby
  11. Dewey
  12. Ducky
  13. Einstein
  14. Elvis
  15. Fergus
  16. Fishbait
  17. Fluffernutter
  18. Gizmo
  19. Goblin
  20. Goose
  21. Jeeves
  22. Kitty
  23. Mushu
  24. Ninja
  25. Opie
  26. Phantom
  27. Puddy Tat
  28. Quimby
  29. Reginald
  30. Rooster
  31. Rumplestiltskin
  32. Slim
  33. Slinky
  34. Sneaky
  35. Thunder
  36. Tippy
  37. Tubby
  38. Walter
  39. Wiggles
  40. Yogi

Food-inspired funny cat names

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If you’re a foodie, then you already have all you need to draw inspiration from. Every meal and snack of the day can inspire a “purrfect” cat name, from the fanciest of brunches to the simplest ingredients. You could even name your new pet after your favorite restaurant or chain. The only downside to choosing a culinary name is that you might be hungry whenever your four-legged friend is around.

  1. Arby
  2. Bacon
  3. Bagel
  4. Baguette
  5. Bean
  6. Burrito
  7. Butter
  8. Carl Jr.
  9. Cheddar
  10. Chipotle
  11. Culver
  12. Dunkin
  13. El Gato Loco (for fans of El Pollo Loco)
  14. Gouda
  15. Hardee
  16. Jersey Mike
  17. Kit-Kat
  18. Meatball
  19. Meat Loaf
  20. Mickey D
  21. Nugget
  22. Panera
  23. Papa John
  24. Papa Murphy
  25. Popeye
  26. Pork Chop
  27. Purrito
  28. Ramen
  29. Skittles
  30. Sriracha
  31. Starbuck
  32. Subway
  33. Sushi
  34. Taco Bell
  35. Toast
  36. Tofu
  37. Tootsie
  38. Wasabi
  39. Wendy
  40. Zaxby

Funny cat names inspired by pop culture

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Many cat owners like to choose names based on celebrities, music, or pop culture — and it’s easy to see why. It’s so simple to turn one of these popular names into something clever, like a cat pun, but it will also make people smile to hear a name from their favorite TV show. There’s no wrong way to go.

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When choosing a pop culture-inspired name, it’s important to remember that nothing stays relevant in the media for a long time. Naming your new rescue kitten after your favorite meme might be hilarious now, but will you still love the name when no one remembers the reference? If so, you might be on the right track.

  1. Bilbo Baggins
  2. Cat Benatar
  3. Catzilla
  4. Cindy Clawford
  5. Cleocatra
  6. Cowboy Carter
  7. Crookshanks
  8. Doja Cat
  9. Dr. Seuss
  10. Dwight D. Eisenmeower (or just Dwight for fans of The Office)
  11. Edgar Allan Paw
  12. Eleven
  13. Feyd Rautha
  14. Frodo
  15. Funbucket
  16. Katniss
  17. Katy Purry or Kitty Purry
  18. Kermit
  19. Keyboard (an homage to Keyboard Cat)
  20. Lorax
  21. Marie Purrie
  22. Meme
  23. Meowth
  24. Mewlius Caesar
  25. Miss Frizzle
  26. Mr. Bigglesworth
  27. Mr. Nimbus
  28. Mr. T
  29. Neptune
  30. Obi Wan Kenobi
  31. Ouija
  32. Pikachu
  33. Rambo
  34. Ricky Ticky Tabby
  35. Shakira
  36. Skibbidi
  37. Snorlax
  38. Swift
  39. Toothless
  40. Tweety

Funny names from ‘Cats,’ the Musical

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It’s impossible to talk about funny cat names without mentioning the infamous musical Cats. Even though Andrew Lloyd Weber’s controversial project has met mixed reviews ever since its debut, there’s no denying that the cat characters themselves are unforgettable. True, the costumes may look haunting, but this “tale” of the lives of street cats is still being told today.

These are 20 of the silliest-sounding feline names from the book that inspired the musical: T.S. Eliot’s poetry collection Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.

  1. Alonzo
  2. Bombalurina
  3. Bustopher Jones
  4. Carbucketty
  5. Griddlebone
  6. Grizabella
  7. Growltiger
  8. Gus: The Theatre Cat
  9. Jellylorum
  10. Jennyanydots
  11. Macavity
  12. Mr. Mistoffelees
  13. Munkustrap
  14. Old Deuteronomy
  15. Pouncival
  16. Rumpleteazer
  17. Rumpus Cat
  18. Rum Tum Tugger
  19. Skimbleshanks
  20. Victoria the White Cat

Did you find your buddy’s new name on this list? If not, we sure hope you at least had a laugh at some of these novel feline monikers. Whether inspired by pop culture or made out of thin air, almost anything can be a funny, distinct name for a cat. Want to name your pet after your BFF? Go ahead! Does a random word in the dictionary tickle your brain? That can be a name, too. Don’t be afraid to get creative when thinking of a funny cat name for your new feline friend because your options are truly endless.

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