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

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.

Oldies but goodies: Classic yet silly-sounding cat names

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

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

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.

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

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.