If you have a cat with a lot of personality, it's best to give them a name that matches. Especially if that lively personality includes hilarious antics and mischievous behavior. Fans of puns might have a Katy Purry or Cindy Clawford on their hands, or a Purrito. Some cats deserve an honorific (get down from the counter, Madame President!). Choose from one of these 117 funny cat names, or use this list as a starting point to come up with your own unique and hilarious name for your cat.
Whether you are a fan of the original Broadway musical or the movie version that hit the silver screen in late 2019, "Cats" is full of a colorful cast of felines. Most of the names have a whimsical nature or are outright funny—like Griddlebone or Skimbleshanks.
These names may need a little explaining to anyone who hasn't seen "Cats," but they're funny regardless of whether you have the backstory. Imagine having a Jennyanydots on the move in your house, or calling for Carbuckeetty to come running! These are definitely some of the most unique and funny cat names you can come up with.
Making the most of your cat's size—whether they are small or large—is a proven formula for coming up with a funny cat name. Big cats have a reputation for being frequent nappers, and names like Dough Boy or Meaty will make you giggle when you catch your kitty dozing off, again.
On the other hand, naming your small cat with an oversized name like Big Boy or Boomer is an ironic option. And Machu Picchu, while one of South America's largest archaeological sites, is a fitting (and funny) name for your small kitty.
Sometimes, all you have to do is add a prefix to a name to make it funny. Here are some examples of what you can do with prefixes like Mr., Mrs., Dr., and more.
In the same way that you can add a prefix to the beginning of your cat’s name to make it more humorous, you can add a suffix to the end of their name. And you can get really creative, so think beyond just Sr. and Jr.
Still playing cat-and-mouse to find the right funny name for your cat? There are plenty more places to get inspiration for naming your feline friend. Here are some additional articles to check out:
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