https://findmycatname.com/articles/ Long-form guides and data essays on naming cats. en-us https://findmycatname.com/articles/unique-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/unique-cat-names/ A guide to distinctive cat names pulled from obscure mythology, geography, and vocabulary — for cats who will never answer to Luna. Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:02:09 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/short-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/short-cat-names/ A guide to one-syllable cat names for when short really is better — plus how to pick one that still sounds like a name. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:01:46 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/halloween-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/halloween-cat-names/ 90 Halloween cat names for spooky, witchy, sweet, and monster-movie kittens — plus quick picks for black cats, orange cats, and pairs. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/gender-neutral-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/gender-neutral-cat-names/ A sound-first guide to gender-neutral cat names for adopters who don't know — or don't care — what's between the legs. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:51:10 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/calico-and-tortoiseshell-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/calico-and-tortoiseshell-cat-names/ Why calico and tortie cats are almost always female, and name ideas built for patchwork, multi-color coats rather than one solid shade. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:27:48 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/tabby-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/tabby-cat-names/ Tabby cat name ideas organized by pattern — mackerel, classic, spotted, ticked — plus picks for the tabby personality. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:04:26 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/literary-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/literary-cat-names/ Discover 75 literary cat names from novels, poems, plays, authors, and famous fictional felines, plus practical tips for choosing the right one. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/grey-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/grey-cat-names/ 130+ grey cat names — weather, stone, silver, and literary picks for a Russian Blue, British Shorthair, or grey tabby. Includes the dilute-gene explainer. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:45:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/white-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/white-cat-names/ 130+ white cat names organized by mood — winter, mythology, elegant, food, and playful. Plus the genetics behind white coats and blue eyes. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/cute-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/cute-cat-names/ 100 cute cat names for kittens — sweet, tiny, food-inspired, round, and playful picks, plus tips for choosing one that lasts. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/food-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/food-cat-names/ Find 100 food cat names inspired by desserts, fruit, spices, drinks, and savory favorites, plus practical shortlists for every kind of cat. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/fall-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/fall-cat-names/ Find 75 fall cat names inspired by leaves, harvest foods, weather, woodland colors, and the cozy feeling of autumn. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/astronomy-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/astronomy-cat-names/ Explore 80 astronomy cat names inspired by stars, planets, moons, constellations, and the night sky, with practical picks for every kind of cat. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/fathers-day-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/fathers-day-cat-names/ A Father's Day guide to naming your male cat — names that carry weight, project calm authority, and suit a cat who clearly runs the place. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/orange-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/orange-cat-names/ 150+ orange and ginger cat names by mood — fiery, food-inspired, famous, and warm. Plus why nearly all orange cats are male, and what that means for naming. Sun, 24 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/why-luna-is-the-most-popular-cat-name/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/why-luna-is-the-most-popular-cat-name/ Luna has been the #1 cat name in nearly every American city for over a decade. Here's what pet-license data shows about how Luna took over. Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/black-cat-names/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/black-cat-names/ 150+ black cat names organized by mood — mythological, literary, food-inspired, witchy, and just plain striking. Picks for every kind of black cat. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/cat-naming-trends-from-pet-license-data/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/cat-naming-trends-from-pet-license-data/ Three cities publish every cat name they license. Here's what the data shows about how cat naming has changed — and what's stayed surprisingly stable. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/egyptian-cat-names-guide/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/egyptian-cat-names-guide/ Cats were sacred in ancient Egypt. The full set of Egyptian cat names — gods, pharaohs, sacred concepts — with meanings and notes on what works today. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/how-to-name-a-cat/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/how-to-name-a-cat/ Naming your cat or kitten? The traits that make a name work, the mistakes to avoid, and how to test a name before you commit to it for fifteen years. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://findmycatname.com/articles/why-two-syllable-cat-names-work-best/ https://findmycatname.com/articles/why-two-syllable-cat-names-work-best/ Most top cat names worldwide share the same shape: two syllables ending in a vowel. Here's why the pattern works — and when you can safely break it. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT