This list contains 1,322 male cat names. The selection includes classic picks, modern favorites, and unusual choices from many cultures and languages.

Male cat names are the names owners give to tomcats and other male felines. They can be short and simple, like “Max,” or long and playful, like “Sir Whiskers McFluff.” Their sources range from mythology and history to food, music, movies, and a cat’s own looks and habits. A good name helps owners bond with a pet, and it also helps the cat learn to respond to its caller.

Interesting and little-known facts about Male cat names:

• Cats often respond best to names with one or two syllables, especially names that end in a high “ee” sound, such as “Charlie.”
• Studies show that cats can tell their own name from other words, even when a stranger says it.
• Orange tabby cats are about 80 percent male, so names like “Garfield,” “Ginger,” and “Cheddar” are very popular for them.
• Names from ancient Egypt, such as “Anubis” and “Osiris,” are used today, since Egyptians honored cats as sacred animals.
• Many owners pick human names for their cats, and “Max,” “Leo,” and “Oliver” often rank among the top choices.
• Some famous cats have shaped naming trends, from “Tom” in the cartoons to “Salem” on television.

The alphabetical index below leads to a page for each letter. Every page lists each name with its origin, pronunciation, meaning, and a short description, so you can compare options and find the right fit.