Cat name
Mei
- Origin
- Japanese
- Gender
- female
- Syllables
- 1
Meaning
Sprout, bud — new beginnings
More
A name suggesting fresh growth — also the name of the little sister in Totoro.
Themes
Questions
- What does Mei mean?
- Mei means Sprout, bud — new beginnings. It's a name of Japanese origin.
- Where does the name Mei come from?
- Mei comes from Japanese. It's associated with these themes: Japanese.
- Is Mei a boy or girl cat name?
- Mei 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 Mei a good name for a cat?
- Mei is a thoughtful pick. At 1 syllable, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Japanese. It means "Sprout, bud — new beginnings." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.