150+ Punny Cat Names: Our Top Picks for Your Furr-tastic Cat

When you bring home a new kitten or cat to add to your family, nothing is quite as fun as naming your new companion. Going through lists full of style, variety, originality, and classic vibes is a lot of fun, but how about a nice pun instead?

If you love a good play on words or classic dad joke, we have a list we think you’ll want to look at. Some are punny, some are funny, and others are downright knee-slappin’. So, get ready for names built to entertain.

How to Name Your Cat

Naming your cat can be a challenge, but why not stand out? People will certainly remember your cat’s name whether you’re trying to be an Instagram sensation or just appreciate a good joke. Punny names are a great way to be unique and get a few laughs along the way.

Draw at Random

If you have a list of comical names and you can’t make a decision, leave it to fate. Write down or input all names onto paper and let the universe do its job.

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Pick a Name That Gets You Every Time

If you’re looking for a punny name, you’ll want to love it each time you say it. After all, if you can’t amuse yourself, what good is it?

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Choose a Name With Lots of Nickname Possibilities

If you already love silly names, you might love it extra if you can create more. We all come up with nicknames for our pets, so why not pick a name that lends lots of potential nicknames?

For instance, if you chose the name “Jessicat”, you could use funny spin offs like:

… and the list goes on.

It’s Time to Name That Cat!

Let’s get down to brass tacks. We compiled several lists for your viewing pleasure. Here are some punny ideas just for your fantastic feline:

Celebrity Cat Names

If you’re into all the latest gossip from the stars, you might find some of these celeb cat names to be irresistible picks. You can recreate them, choose celebrity couple names for a pair of cats, and spruce up a name no one has thought of yet.

Punny Male Cat Names

Punny Female Cat Names

Dad Joke Cat Names

Doesn’t a name that sounds like your dad thought it up for a random alley cat sound like a good way to go? Only a dad in jean shorts with socks and sandals could appreciate these punny names.

Punny Unisex Cat Names

Punny Character Cat Names

With a few minor changes, your favorite book or movie characters can come to life in cat form. There are tons of names of beloved characters that you could draw inspiration from. Here are just a few to think about:

Punny Male Character Cat Names

Punny Female Character Cat Names

Outlandish Cat Names

If naming your cat something outlandishly absurd strikes your fancy, look no further. Calling out one of these names while you have a guest over will definitely get some mixed reactions. But we hope that the most common one is laughter.

Punny Male Outlandish Cat Names

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Punny Female Outlandish Cat Names

Regular Joe Cat Names

You can always spice up your average everyday name by making it fit your feline friend. If you think it would be comical to give your cat an average name with a twist, here are some options you can think about:

Punny Male Regular Joe Cat Names

Punny Female Regular Joe Cat Names

Final Thoughts

No matter which name you choose, this is one of the very first ways you’ll bond with your cat. Learning a name and personalizing your kitty is the first part of a long and rewarding partnership between the two of you.

Congratulations on your newcomer, and hopefully, we’ve helped you out in the name department. It’s just an extra perk that the name you pick is pretty hilarious, and we think it’s worth the giggles.

See also:

• 100 Old Lady Names for Cats: Our Top Picks for Your Adorable Cat
• 120 Brown Cat Names: Our Top Picks for Your Handsome and Elegant Cat

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