And while names like Luna continue to dominate, there are some seriously creative (and slightly off-the-wall) choices hiding in the data…
🥇 Top 20 Most Popular Cat Names
Based on our dataset, here are the most common cat names right now:
- Luna
- Bella
- Milo
- Loki
- Willow
- Nala
- Simba
- Poppy
- Daisy
- Leo
- Oreo
- Coco
- Rosie
- Jasper
- Teddy
- Lola
- Tilly
- Gizmo
- Binx
- Shadow
💬 What stands out?
- Luna is firmly holding the #1 spot — likely influenced by Luna Lovegood
- Disney favourites like Simba and Nala are still hugely popular
- “Human names” like Bella, Rosie, and Jasper continue to dominate
👉 Is your cat’s name on the list?
🐱 Top Female & Male Cat Names
If you’re looking for something a little more specific, here’s how the most popular names break down:
💕 Most Popular Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Bella
- Willow
- Nala
- Poppy
- Daisy
- Coco
- Rosie
- Lola
- Tilly
🐾 Most Popular Male Cat Names
- Milo
- Loki
- Simba
- Leo
- Oreo
- Jasper
- Teddy
- Gizmo
- Binx
- Shadow
👉 Whether you prefer something classic or more unique, these names continue to stand the test of time.
📈 Cat Naming Trends We’re Seeing in 2026
It’s clear that today’s cat names aren’t just about pets — they reflect the personalities and aesthetics their owners love too.
1. Human Names Are Taking Over
Names like Bella, Milo, Rosie, and Leo show that cats are increasingly being treated like family (not just pets).
2. Pop Culture Still Drives Choices
From Harry Potter to Disney, names inspired by characters are everywhere.
Names like Luna, Loki, and Simba continue to appear again and again.
3. Food-Inspired Names Are Growing Fast
We’re seeing more names like Oreo and Coco — but also a rise in playful, food-inspired names like Nacho, Chai, Pistachio and even Soup.
4. Soft, Simple Names with Personality Are Trending
Think Willow, Poppy, Daisy, Ivy, Iris and Honey — names that feel calm, simple and easy to love.
👉 These trends reflect a shift towards more personal, meaningful choices when naming pets.
😻 The Most Unusual Cat Names...
Now for the names that really stood out 🥁
From our dataset, there are some incredible names that deserve recognition.
😂 Funniest Cat Names
- Chairman Meow
- Sir Pounce-a-Lot
- Meowdonna
- Cat Benatar
- Hera McCatface
- Mister Biscuits
🇬🇧 Most British Names
- Nigel
- Winston
- Alfie
- Barry
- Boris
- Derek
- Keith
- Humphrey
- Norman
- Percy
💎 Boujee / Luxury Cat Names
- Duchess
- Valentino
- Chanel
- Majesty Verity Joy
🍞 Food-Inspired (and slightly chaotic)
- Toast Malone
- Prawn
- Meatball
- Lettuce
- Pickle
- Mochi
- Beans
- Nacho
- Taco
- Doughnut
- Banana
- Potato
- Jelly Bean
- Cocoa Bean
- Sausage
- Muffin
- Nugget
- Strawberry
- Chickpea
- Chai
- Guinness
- Mushroom
- Pistachio
- Cheesecake
- Fudge
- Peach
- Yogurt
- Soup
Food-inspired names are quickly becoming one of the most playful trends — moving away from traditional names like Felix or Mittens.
🎬 Pop Culture, Film & Fantasy-Inspired Names
From Harry Potter to Hollywood, it’s clear that storytelling plays a big role in how cat owners choose names.
- Freddie Purrcury
- Pennywise
- Leonardo DiCatrio
- Paddington
- De Niro
- Batman
- Zorro
- Princess Leia
- Pamela
- Mike Delfino
- Weasley
- Fred & George
- Bellatrix & Narcissa
- Albus
- Wednesday
- Bilbo Baggins
🤯 Completely Unexpected (and Brilliantly Random)
- Frankenstein
- Goblina
- Vladimir
- Fireball
- Chicken
- Chopper
- Trouble
- Little Un
- Mooncake
- Prince Charming
- Microwave
- Spreadsheet
- Dave
👉 This is where cat naming becomes truly personal — and often a lot more playful.
🎀 The Rise of Thoughtful, Personality-Led Cat Names
If you’re drawn to names like Coco, Olive, Pearl, Fig, Cleo, Ivy or Iris, you’re not alone.
These names have a soft, simple charm — easy to say, easy to love, and full of quiet personality. They tend to suit cats who feel effortlessly elegant, a little curious, or just naturally at home in calm, cosy spaces.
Above all, they capture how many of us view our cats today—not merely as pets, but as extensions of ourselves: members of the family who shape the atmosphere of our homes and the rhythm of our daily lives.
🔍 Struggling to Name Your Cat? Here’s Some Inspiration
If you’re stuck, here are some ideas based on trends we’re seeing:
💕 Cute Cat Names
Teddy, Tilly, Poppy, Milo
✨ Elegant Cat Names
Cleo, Pearl, Jasper, Willow
😂 Funny Cat Names
Sir Meows-a-Lot, Beans, Nugget, Pickle
🌟 Unique Cat Names
Binx, Gizmo, Loki, Fig
🐾 What Makes the “Perfect” Cat Name?
The best cat names often have a bit of character to them — something slightly unexpected, a little playful, or tied to a story you love.
In the end, the “perfect” name isn’t about trends at all. It’s the one that feels right when you say it out loud — the one your cat seems to grow into over time.
🛍️ After You’ve Named Your Cat…
So your new cat has a name — now comes the fun part: getting to know their personality and finding ways to keep them happy, curious, and entertained.
At Gus & Bella, we know how important that stage is, especially with indoor cats or energetic kittens. Our subscription boxes are designed to take the guesswork out of playtime, with a variety of toys to keep things fresh and engaging each month — plus something for cat humans too, so you can be part of the fun.
💬 Final Thought
Whether your cat is called Luna or Toast Malone, one thing is clear:
👉 Cat owners in the UK are getting more creative than ever — choosing names that reflect not just their pets, but the stories and personalities behind them.
Looking for more inspiration for your cat? Browse our latest subscription boxes and thoughtfully curated cat gifts at Gus & Bella.
📊 Methodology
This analysis is based on 28,000+ cat names from UK customers, collected between 2019 and 2026.
