150 Pokémon Cat Names: Our Top Picks for Your Adorable & Playful Cat

Pokémon has been a cult classic since the mid-nineties, when it was first released as a video game in Japan as Pocket Monsters, then globally under the abbreviated moniker of Pokémon. It’s since become a household name for both the young and old, with nine generations of new Pokémon across multiple video games, anime series, and one of the most successful trading card games of all time.

 

There are critters of all shapes, sizes, and types in the Pokémon universe, all with unique names. Deciding to name your cat after a Pokémon character means you have many choices! So, where should you begin? We compiled 150 of our favorite Pokémon-inspired names here to give you a great starting point!

How to Name Your Cat

With over 1,000 unique Pokémon and hundreds of other characters, including trainers, professors, and gym leaders, choosing to give your cat a Pokémon-inspired name doesn’t narrow it down much!

Feminine Pokémon Cat Names

In Pokémon, some of the most powerful creatures are the ones that some people may consider “girly,” and some of the most competitive and powerful trainers are captivating and strong females. A common ability among feminine Pokémon is the ability to charm their opponents—only to then destroy them. If your gorgeous cat is a force to be reckoned with, these feminine Pokémon names will suit her to a tee.

Masculine Pokémon Cat Names

While the cuteness factor of many Pokémon is a big drawcard for many, there’s no shortage of Pokémon that exude masculine energy. From graceful and powerful to downright buff and strong, there’s a Pokémon to suit every tomcat’s personality and physical appearance.

Silly Pokémon Cat Names

Now we’ve given you our best gendered Pokémon names, we’ll get to our favorite category: silly Pokémon! Within the 1,000-plus distinctive Pokémon, a fair few are simply fun and goofy. Some are fun in their endearing personalities, while others just have funny names. Many of us have felines that don’t display domestic cats’ usual majestic and proud nature. Instead, we have utterly ridiculous kitties. This list of Pokémon names is for us!

Cute Pokémon Cat Names

Let’s go back to that cuteness factor. There are a lot of cute Pokémon to choose from. For starters, every starter Pokémon from each generation is classically cute, despite evolving to be more intimidating and powerful. However, cute Pokémon lure you into a false sense of security, and their cuddly appearance is not to be underestimated. Does that sound familiar? It’s a lot like when your sweet little cat rolls over to show off their soft tummy, right? Don’t touch it—it’s a trap!

Cat-Inspired Pokémon Character Names

Most Pokémon are based on existing animals, plants, or inanimate objects, from sea slugs and rocks to literal trash bags (check out Trubbish!). Some of our favorite Pokémon, though, are based on famous felines. These cat-inspired Pokémon are graceful, powerful, and stunning, just like our cats at home. What Pokémon name would suit your cat better than these?

Pokémon Cat Names for Your Fiery Cat

Fire-type Pokémon have been popular since day one with the cute Charmander and its powerful evolutions. It continues to be loved and respected in the Pokémon world and by Pokémon fans. Fire-type Pokémon names will suit many cats particularly well since some cats are known for their bold and fierce personalities. Since fire-type Pokémon make up 8% of the Pokédex, we put together some of our favorite picks.

Pokémon Trainer Cat Names

The Pokémon world doesn’t consist just of Pokémon themselves, but also the people who train and care for them. Many trainers are on journeys to collect gym badges and enter the Pokémon league, while others act as supporters for these people. Others are gym leaders themselves, and players must battle them to proceed on their journey. While there are hundreds of human characters in the Pokémon universe, here are some of the most iconic names to consider for your cat.

Pokémon Villain Names

Your cat may not be the hero of the story. Many of our pets are menacing and sneaky, enjoying terrorizing the dog and plotting to scare you from behind the bathroom door. In which case, your cat may not suit a “good guy” trainer name; instead, they may be more like a classic Pokémon villain.

Pokémon Cat Names for Your Lazy Cat

Another classic characteristic of pet cats is their sedentary nature. Some reject their hunting nature and prefer to live a life of luxury equal to that of Egyptian cat gods, loafing around the house and only getting up when they hear the shake of the kibble container. There are quite a few Pokémon that fit this bill, from slow-moving critters to sleepy monsters; these Pokémon will give your lazy cat a worthy name.

Legendary Pokémon Cat Names

Amongst the vast Pokédex of Pokémon, there are around 81 legendary Pokémon. These creatures are often only known in histories and mythologies, and when found, they are extraordinarily hard to catch. A legendary name from this list will be ideal for your holier-than-thou cat, especially if they are proud, graceful, and perhaps a little bit picky about whose lap they choose to sit on.

Final Thoughts

We hope that even if you’ve gotten this far and still haven’t found the perfect name for your new companion, we’ve at least provided you with inspiration and direction to work off. Whatever name you decide to grace upon your new cat, we know that they will be loved endlessly and have a classic Pokémon-inspired name that will never go out of fashion!

See also:

• Powerful & Badass Cat Names
• Evil Cat Names

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