Katniss
Literary
Meaning
The Mockingjay heroine of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games
About the name
Katniss Everdeen — the District 12 archer who becomes the symbol of revolution. For a sharp, watchful cat.
Themes
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Questions
What does Katniss mean?
Katniss means The Mockingjay heroine of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games. It's a name of Literary origin.
Where does the name Katniss come from?
Katniss comes from Literary. It's associated with these themes: Literary, Movies, YA.
Is Katniss a boy or girl cat name?
Katniss is traditionally a female name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Katniss a good name for a cat?
Katniss is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Literary, Movies, YA. It means "The Mockingjay heroine of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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