This page lists 57 male cat names that start with E, from “Earl” to “Elwood”. The names come from many languages and cover classic, vintage, funny and pop culture choices. You can use them to name a new kitten, rename a rescue cat, or find ideas for a pet in a story or game.
Male cat names are the names given to tomcats, often chosen to match a cat’s coat, personality or the owner’s tastes. Many people borrow names from famous figures, such as “Einstein” for a clever cat or “Elvis” for one with plenty of swagger.
Below you’ll find the table with the name, origin, pronunciation, meaning and description of each option.
Name: The cat name itself, listed in alphabetical order so you can scan quickly and spot the ones that catch your eye.
Origin: The language or culture each name comes from, which helps you pick a name that fits your background or tastes.
Pronunciation: A simple guide to saying each name out loud, so you can call your cat with confidence, even with unusual choices.
Meaning: What each name means in its original language, which gives you a story to share when people ask about your cat’s name.
Description: A short note on the style of each name and the kind of cat it suits, from coat color to temperament.
Male cat names
| Name | Origin | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earl | English | URL | Nobleman, count |
| Ebony | English | EB-uh-nee | Dark black wood |
| Eddie | English | ED-ee | Wealthy guardian |
| Edgar | English | ED-gar | Wealthy spear |
| Edison | English | ED-ih-sun | Son of Edward |
| Edmund | English | ED-mund | Prosperous protector |
| Eduardo | Spanish | ed-WAR-doh | Wealthy guardian |
| Edward | English | ED-werd | Wealthy guardian |
| Egbert | English | EG-bert | Bright sword |
| Eggnog | English | EG-nog | Creamy holiday drink |
| Einstein | German | YN-styn | One stone |
| Elbert | English | EL-bert | Noble and bright |
| Eli | Hebrew | EE-lye | Ascended, high |
| Elijah | Hebrew | ee-LYE-juh | My God is Yahweh |
| Elliot | English | EL-ee-ut | Jehovah is my God |
| Ellis | English | EL-iss | Benevolent |
| Elmer | English | EL-mer | Noble and famous |
| Elmo | Italian | EL-moh | Protector |
| Elroy | French | EL-roy | The king |
| Elton | English | EL-tun | From the old town |
| Elvis | Scandinavian | EL-viss | All-wise |
| Emerson | German | EM-er-sun | Brave and powerful |
| Emilio | Spanish | eh-MEE-lee-oh | Rival, eager |
| Emmett | German | EM-it | Universal, whole |
| Emperor | Latin | EM-per-er | Supreme ruler |
| Enzo | Italian | EN-zoh | Ruler of the home |
| Eric | Norse | AIR-ik | Eternal ruler |
| Ernest | English | UR-nist | Serious, determined |
| Ernie | English | UR-nee | Serious, determined |
| Eros | Greek | AIR-ross | Love |
| Errol | English | AIR-ul | Wanderer, noble |
| Esau | Hebrew | EE-saw | Hairy |
| Espresso | Italian | ess-PRESS-oh | Pressed out coffee |
| Ethan | Hebrew | EE-thun | Strong, firm |
| Eugene | Greek | yoo-JEEN | Well-born |
| Evan | Welsh | EV-un | Young warrior |
| Everest | English | EV-er-est | Tallest mountain |
| Ewan | Scottish | YOO-un | Born of the yew tree |
| Ezekiel | Hebrew | ih-ZEE-kee-ul | God strengthens |
| Ezra | Hebrew | EZ-ruh | Help |
| Eclipse | Greek | ih-KLIPS | Failure to appear |
| Eagle | English | EE-gul | Bird of prey |
| Echo | Greek | EK-oh | Repeated sound |
| Ed | English | ED | Wealthy guardian |
| Edam | Dutch | EE-dum | Dutch cheese |
| Eeyore | English | EE-or | Gloomy donkey from Winnie the Pooh |
| Elf | English | ELF | Magical being |
| Elvin | English | EL-vin | Elf friend |
| Emory | German | EM-or-ee | Brave, industrious |
| Ember | English | EM-ber | Glowing coal |
| Eskimo | Algonquian | ES-kih-moh | Name for Arctic peoples |
| Estevan | Spanish | ESS-teh-van | Crown |
| Everett | English | EV-er-it | Brave as a wild boar |
| Ewok | Invented | EE-wok | Small furry Star Wars creature |
| Ezio | Italian | EZ-ee-oh | Eagle |
| Eddy | English | ED-ee | Wealthy guardian |
| Elwood | English | EL-wood | Old forest |