Mrs. Norris
Literary
Meaning
Filch's cat in Harry Potter
About the name
The ever-watching cat companion of Hogwarts caretaker Argus Filch — patrolling corridors for misbehaving students.
Themes
Questions
What does Mrs. Norris mean?
Mrs. Norris means Filch's cat in Harry Potter. It's a name of Literary origin.
Where does the name Mrs. Norris come from?
Mrs. Norris comes from Literary. It's associated with these themes: Literary, Famous Cats, Harry Potter.
Is Mrs. Norris a boy or girl cat name?
Mrs. Norris 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 Mrs. Norris a good name for a cat?
Mrs. Norris is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Literary, Famous Cats, Harry Potter. It means "Filch's cat in Harry Potter." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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