71 Wild Cat Names For Your Feisty Feline
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Pet owners across the world are always looking for domestic male cat names and domestic female cat names for their furry friends.
When it comes to wild cat species, the suitability of the name would depend on the wild cat's personality. Tiger, leopard, jaguar, lion, lynx, puma, and caracal are some of the animal species found roaming around in nature, so their naming ideas would be different from a domestic cat.
Read on for some interesting male cat names and female cat names suitable for a domestic cat as well as a wild cat.
African Wild Cat Names
Wild cat owners mostly want to find unique names. Here are some amazing names for your African wild cats. These are applicable to both small and big cats.
Amare (Indian origin) meaning 'immortal', is also widely used for African cats as in Africa, this cat name means 'strength builder'.
Asha (Hindi, Sanskrit, African and Swahili origin) meaning 'hope'. This Panthera name has roots in multiple languages.
Ashanti (African origin) meaning 'thank you', is also a region in central Ghana and makes for a unique name for a feline.
Bambara, meaning 'believer', has many variants and is mostly found in Burkina Faso. It sounds like a great name for a tiger.
Congo (African origin) meaning 'gather,' is a name that can be used for a male cat.
Daliah (Hebrew origin) meaning 'gentle', 'slender branch', or 'tendril'. It's a sweet name for a beautiful puma with beautiful eyes.
Ekon (Nigerian origin) meaning 'strong' can be a perfect name for a bold cat.
Feechi (African origin) meaning 'worship God.' Feechi is a truly cool name with a major significance. Feechi means to adore God. This could be a good name for a cat in a religious family.
Felis (Latin origin) meaning 'lucky' or 'fortunate', can be given to your cat, who has been lucky for you.
Imani (Swahili origin) meaning ‘faith’. This could be a perfect name for a golden cat having faith and trust in its owners.
Jamila (Arabic origin) means 'beautiful'. A perfect name for a beautiful and adorable cat. This name is common among African cats.
Kalahari (African origin) meaning 'the great thirst'. This can be a popular lynx name, especially in African regions.
Kali (Sanskrit origin) meaning 'she, the one who is black'. This name can be given to a beautiful black cat.
Lulu (English origin) meaning 'famous warrior'. This sweet name is extraordinary for a female cat. It may very well be especially great for a pale silver, white, or in any case, light-hued female cat who sparkles in your day-to-day existence.
Lybica, meaning a 'species of African wildcat', is actually a unique species of the African wild cat, which is also found in Central Asia and Rajasthan in India.
Maha (Arabic origin) meaning 'beautiful eyes'. This name could work for either a male or female cat with eyes you love to gaze into as they gaze into your eyes.
Nailah (Arabic origin) meaning 'successful' is suitable for any strong-willed and courageous cat.
Sahara (Arabic origin) meaning 'desert' is a highly recommended animal name for African and Asian cats.
Senegal meaning 'our pirogue'. A pirogue is actually a long narrow canoe made from a single tree trunk; this is a highly recommended name for your golden cat.
Silvestris (Italian origin) meaning 'descendant of Silvestro, a forest dweller' is a unique name and is perfect for a wild forest cat like a leopard.
Cool Wild Cat Names That Kids Will Love
This section has some uber-cool names for cats that kids love for big and small wild cats.
Charlie (English origin) meaning 'free man'. This name can be given to an independent cat who likes to enjoy his own company.
Finn (Irish origin) meaning 'fair' can be given to a beautiful fair and white cat.
Jasper (Persian origin) meaning 'treasurer'. A cat named Jasper could be a true gemstone of your life.
Kiki (Spanish origin) meaning 'caster plant'. This can also be used as a nickname for your cat's name, starting with K.
Kittie (Greek origin) meaning 'woman with a pure soul'. This name is absolutely perfect for a female cat and is one of the most common names given to cats.
Loki (Scandinavian origin) meaning 'trickster god' is the name of a divine being in Norse folklore. The name has frequently been related to the Old Norse word 'logi'.
Lola (Spanish origin) meaning 'sorrow.' This name is given to a cat that changes your sorrow to happiness.
Luna (Latin Origin) meaning 'moon.' This name can be given to a lynx with eyes as beautiful as the moon.
Max (Latin origin) meaning 'the greatest' is one of the most common names given to male cats.
Milo (German origin) meaning 'soft-hearted' or 'merciful' is given to those cats who take utmost care of their owner as well as other lives.
Ode (English origin) meaning 'a lyric or poem'. A beautiful poetic name to give to any of your male or female cats.
Ollie (Latin origin) meaning 'olive tree', perfect for a cat who likes to climb!
Penny (Old English origin) meaning 'coin'. A cute and simple name perfect for a member of the Leopardus genus.
Sabra (Hebrew origin) meaning 'prickly pear'. This cat name could be great for your pet who likes to wash in the sun and ponder existence without getting disturbed.
Shaka (African origin) meaning 'a Zulu tribal leader'. This cat name can be given to a cat who likes to be dominant and knows how to take care of its owner.
Shona (Scottish origin) meaning 'God is gracious'. This name could be delightful for either a male or female cat who gives pleasure to their family.
Tau (African origin) meaning 'lion'. This cat name can be given to a cat who is as brave as a lion.
Willow (English origin) meaning 'freedom'. This name is given to a cat who enjoys its freedom and lives life according to her own rules.
Zoe (Greek origin) meaning 'life'. One of the most popular cat names for female cats enjoying life.
Zola (African, Latin, Italian origin) meaning 'lump of the Earth'. It may be an excellent name for any peaceful female cat who appreciates unwinding around the house and snuggling her people.
Indian Wild Cat Names
Here is a set of Indian wild cat names for your cute little kittens and cats. These names are fit for all wild cats, big and small.
Ahana (Sanskrit origin) meaning 'strong-willed like steel'. This name is given to female cats with great courage, will, and respect.
Angel (Latin origin) meaning 'heavenly beings'. Sometimes cats or other animals can feel like an angel in people's lives, so this name would be perfect for them.
Badal (Indian origin) meaning 'cloud'. A beautiful name especially for white cats or a clouded leopard.
Ekani (Indian origin) meaning 'one'. This name can be given to a cat that is adored by everyone.
Emir (Arabic origin) meaning 'price' or 'ruler' is one of the popular Arabic-Indian names for male cats.
Faiza (Arabic origin) meaning 'successful'. A beautiful name, especially for female cats who seem to bring you luck.
Janaki (Indian origin) meaning 'furrow'. A popular Indian name for female cats.
Kyra (Greek origin) meaning 'lady'. This name is very popular in India for female cats.
Mannat (Indian origin) meaning 'special prayer'. If your cat is very special to you, this name is perfect.
Neysa (Greek origin) meaning 'pure and holy' is a variant of 'Agnes'.
Pihu (Indian origin) meaning 'sweet'. A popular cat name that can be given to an extremely sweet and beautiful cat.
Piya (Indian origin) meaning 'beloved'. Amongst the most popular cat names for those animals who are extremely loved by their owners.
Vasana (Indian origin) meaning 'Goddess Durga'. This name can be given to female cats as Goddess Durga is known to have ridden a lion or tiger.
Zarna (India origin) meaning 'waterfall'. A highly popular name for female cats in India.
Zivah (Hebrew origin) meaning 'radiance'. This name is given to special cats and is a very popular name in India.
Spotted Wild Cat Names
These cats generally have spots on their body, thus adding to their beauty. Listed below are some of the best possible cat names for your exotic cats, big and small.
Ace (Latin origin) meaning 'one' or 'expert'. One of the most unique cat names.
Bill (English, German origin) meaning 'sword'. This name is especially for male cats and can be used as a short form for Billiard or William.
Flynn (Irish origin) meaning 'reddish complexion'. This name could be given to a small wild cat with a red complexion or with red spots.
Freckle (Old Norse origin) meaning 'a small patch of light brown color on the skin' and could be an apt name for a spotted cat.
Jet (Dutch origin) meaning 'throw'. It is a great name for playful and fun cats.
Neo (Greek origin) meaning 'new'. A cute and simple name for your new furry friend.
Opal (Sanskrit origin) meaning 'jewel'. This name is also inspired by the gemstone opal, which is the gemstone for October.
Orange (English origin) meaning 'orange fruit' is a name given to a cat with orangish skin or spots.
Ozzie (German origin) meaning 'bear god'. Ozzie is a variation of Osborn (Old Norse). Ozzie is additionally a variety of Oswald (Old German).
Patch (Middle English origin) meaning a 'part of something marked out from the rest'. It is a great name for a cat with one big spot.
Rey (Spanish origin) meaning 'king'. It might have signified somebody in the assistance of a ruler. This name is perfect for your big, strong cat.
Sandy (Greek origin) meaning 'defender of man'. A popular name for people as well as pets.
Snowbell (English origin) meaning 'any shrub or tree of the genus Styrax' can be a pretty name for your spotted cat.
Spot (Dutch origin) meaning a 'round or roundish mark', perfect for a spotted cat.
Tony (Latin origin) meaning 'strength'. A great name for your tough tomcat.
Yoshi (Japanese origin) meaning 'good luck'. This Japanese name could be for a fun cat who has been lucky for you.
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