Once you have your new kitty at home and you’re sure the two of you will be the best of friends, it’s time to give your cat a name. Whether you have a British breed or are just a fan of Britain, giving your cat a British name is a brilliant idea.
Since there are so many great British names to use, it can be a daunting task to choose one for your cat. That’s why we’ve done all the hard work for you. After all, we don’t want you to spend valuable time picking a cat name when you’ve got a new pet at home to bond with!
Here, you’ll find our favorite British names for cats, along with their meanings and the best choices for females and males. We also included popular unisex British names. There are even a few that are just plain fun!
Now, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and have fun going through this list of 100 classic British names for cats. But first, we have tips for naming your cat so you get it right the first time around.
When it comes to naming your cat, you should think about their sex, appearance, and personality. Instead of naming them something ordinary like Fluffy or Bella, think outside the box and pick a unique name. Of course, if you prefer common names, that’s totally fine too!
Remember that your cat should respond to the name you give them. Don’t pick a complicated name that’s hard to say. Keep things as simple as possible so your cat quickly learns their new title.
Unique British Names for Male Cats With Meanings
When thinking of British names to give a male cat, consider what you like best about Great Britain. Maybe it’s a leader from the past who inspires you or a great British food you love to eat. There’s no limit to picking a great British name for a male cat, so let your imagination soar!
Aidan: Means fiery, which is perfect for a cat full of life.
Alan: Means handsome, and it’s a great name for a pretty male cat.
Alfie: Means counselor, which is perfect for a bossy-pants cat.
Andrew: A strong male name meaning powerful and valiant.
Beckham: The last name of a world-famous British soccer star.
Blaine: A good pick for a yellow cat because this Celtic name means yellow.
Boris: The first name of a former Prime Minister of the UK.
Chadwick: A name that means warrior.
Darcy: A strong male British name meaning dark-haired.
Duke: A duke is a high-ranking leader in Britain.
Earl: Refers to a noble warrior in Old English.
Elton: The first name of the iconic British male singer.
Floyd: This is a name of Welsh origin, meaning gray-haired.
Grover: A common male name of English origin meaning from the grove.
Knight: Means a person who serves the king.
Max: Short for Maximilian.
Philip: A strong male name meaning lover of horses or warrior.
Riley: An old Irish name meaning brave.
Seth: A strong English male name meaning appointed.
Zach: Short for the popular male name of Zachariah.
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Unique British Names for Female Cats With Meanings
When trying to come up with a British name for your female cat, think about her behavior, personality, and how she looks. Is she a pretty girl that’s as sweet as sugar or a tomboy of a cat that likes to play rough? Here are our top picks for female cats.
Allison: An old English name that means kind and noble.
Baroness: An honorary woman with strength.
Bonnie: A great name for a pretty female cat that means attractive and beautiful.
Bree: A name of Gaelic origin, meaning the exalted one.
Clementine: A classy female name that means kind and merciful.
Deja: An English name meaning remembrance.
Diana: The first name of England’s beloved princess.
Duchess: The title of a female holding a rank equivalent to a duke.
Kate: A royal name meaning pure and clean.
Lennox: The last name of the iconic British singer.
Marlena: The English version of Marlene.
Nessie: A Scottish name referring to the fabled Loch Ness Monster.
Nicola: An English name meaning victory of the people.
Olivia: A beautiful female name meaning olive tree.
Queenie: A slang term for the Queen, the highest-ranking female in the UK.
Rosie: An English name meaning rose.
Sandra: An old English name that’s short for Cassandra or Alexandra.
Teagen: A name of Welsh origin, meaning perfect and beautiful.
Tillie: A name meaning battle strength and short for Matilda.
Una: A gorgeous British name ideal for a pretty girl cat.
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Quirky and Funny British Names for Cats With Meanings
We wanted to include some other options on this list of names in case you want to call your little pal something quirkier. When thinking about each of these names, keep your cat in mind to see if one makes a good match.
Big Ben: The nickname of the Great Bell of the clock at the Palace of Westminster in London.
Bollocks: A British slang word used to describe dismay or disbelief, making it a good name for a cat that does crazy things.
Cat Middleton: A play on words with the name of the current Duchess of Cambridge.
Charles Lickens: A name honoring the late great English writer and social critic, Charles Dickens.
Cheeky: A British slang term used to describe something in a way that’s funny and endearing.
Chips: If you have a pair of cats you need to name, the other could be Fish!
Chippy: Term used to describe a food establishment serving fish and chips.
Crumpet: An English food-inspired name for either a male or female cat.
Fergie: A good female name for a cat that thinks she’s royalty.
Glamourpuss: This name can be used for both male and female cats and is perfect for a pretty girl or boy.
Guinness: A great name for a brown or black cat honoring the dark, delicious beer that’s wildly popular in the UK.
Lizbet: A female name short for Elizabeth.
Lollie: A British lollipop is called a lollie, making this name perfect for a cat that’s as sweet as sugar.
Margaret Scratcher: The ideal name for a cat that’s as tough as nails, much like the former long-serving Prime Minister of the UK.
Narky: A British term used to describe someone who is moody or bad-tempered.
Paws McCartney: If you’re a Paul McCartney or Beatles fan, this name may be purrfect for your feline friend.
Posh: A term used to describe something fancy.
Ramsey: The last name of the foul-mouthed super chef from the UK.
Ringo: Another Beatles-inspired name that can work for a boy or girl cat.
Scrummy: A British slang word meaning delicious or lovely.
Shag: A slang word meaning to make love.
Sherlock: Is your cat always snooping around? Why not name them after super sleuth Sherlock Holmes?
Starkers: A British slang word that’s equivalent to “stark naked” in the US, making this a great name for a hairless cat.
Snog: A British slang word meaning to kiss and cuddle.
Squib: A small firework common in the UK that burns with a hissing sound before exploding.
Rocketman: An Elton John-inspired name that would work for a male cat known to get the zoomies.
Telly: A term used to describe a television in the UK.
Your Catness: If your feline thinks they are the cat’s meow, this name could be perfect.
Zeppelin: A name inspired by one of the greatest hard rock bands ever, Led Zeppelin.
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Unisex British Names That Work for Male and Female Cats
If you don’t want to get boxed in by naming your cat a gender-specific name, check out these unisex names that are popular in England. All these names are easy to pronounce, so your cat will know you’re calling them when it’s time for dinner. If you pick one of these names, your cat will probably be the only one on the block with that name.
Adrian: A name meaning the son of Adria.
Akira: A name meaning bright, clear, or ideal.
Alex: A name short for Alexander or Alexander the Great.
Andy: Means brave, and it can be short for Andrew or Andrea.
Asher: A name meaning happy or blessed.
Ari: A short, strong name meaning “lion of God.”
Aubrey: An elf or magical being.
Bailey: A name of Old English origin, meaning fortification.
Billie: A fun and strong name meaning determination or strength.
Blaine: A name meaning slender or angular, making it perfect for a skinny cat.
Bobby: A nickname for a British police officer.
Briar: A gender-neutral name of British origin, meaning a thorny patch.
Carroll: A biblical name meaning fierce in battle.
Charlie: A name used for boys and girls, short for Charles or Charlene.
Corey: A name meaning hollow.
Dale: An Old English name meaning valley.
Ezra: A name meaning to help, aid, or protect.
Frankie: A cute name that means free or truthful.
Gabriel: A name that means hero of God or strength of God.
Gray: A nickname for someone with gray hair.
Jessie: A gender-neutral name meaning wealthy.
Jordan: A name that means flowing down.
Kian: A traditional English name meaning ancient or king.
Remy: A popular nickname for the name Remington.
Stevie: The meaning of this name is crown.
Tanner: An old name given to someone who works with leather.
Toby: A name meaning God is good.
Quincy: A name meaning fifth.
Val: A name that means power and strength.
Winter: A name for the coldest season of the year that means renewal or pureness.
In Conclusion
We hope you enjoyed reading these British cat names as much as we enjoyed putting the list together. We also hope you found at least one name that suits your feline friend. Now it’s just a matter of picking your all-time favorite so your cat has the purrfect name. Skip those boring popular names, and pick one that really suits your little furball.
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Oliver (Ollie) Jones - A zoologist and freelance writer living in South Australia with his partner Alex, their dog Pepper, and their cat Steve (who declined to be pictured). Ollie, originally from the USA, holds his master's degree in wildlife biology and moved to Australia to pursue his career and passion but has found a new love for working online and writing about animals of all types.
