30+ Delightfully Absurd Cat Names to Give Your Feline Companions

Some of the best pet names are arguably the worst choices for human names. Wiggles, Samuel L. Cattson, Gnocchi—names like these might not be great for people, but for a cat? They're purrfectly adorable. With their playful and quirky nature, feline cattitudes embody the essence of all things witty and unconventional, so it only makes sense that you'd give them a weird name to fit.

In this thread, numerous cat lovers shared the incredibly creative names they have given to their feline friends. What's even better? All these cats are voids. So, whether you're looking for inspiration for your new kitten's name or just looking for a clever nickname for the neighborhood cat, take a stroll through this listicle for some seriously silly ideas.

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