Male Kitten Names

Picking Names for Boy Kittens

Finding a suitable name for your male kitten isn’t always as easy as it sounds. Even if you have already been thinking of names for the little fellow, by the time he arrives and his personality starts to shine through, many new names may begin to come to mind. The result might be a jumble of names, each one vying for attention and making the decision even harder. Other people have exactly the opposite problem and just don’t know where to start when picking a name for a little kitten.

These are some of the challenges that are faced when picking the right name for a cute boy kitten:

• Boy Kittens to Male Cats: The name that you pick now for your little boisterous bundle of fun will need to still be appropriate when the kitten has grown into a magnificent, sophisticated cat. Tiny Tiddles, for instance, may no longer be an appropriate name to call as your sleek adult cat prowls proudly in the garden.

• Are You Sure He is a Boy?: This is a relevant point and one that does catch many less experienced owners. With very young kittens, it is not always apparent as to which gender they are, and this has resulted in occasional mis-naming of cats. A cat called Davy, for instance might have started life as Daisy. Another lady cat spent her life called Bernie due to confusion in kittenhood.

• Easy to Learn: Cats do start to recognize their names, so it's important to choose one as soon as you reasonably can. Being able to call your cat in at night or to come for his meals gives you peace of mind that you will always be able to attract his attention. Many male kitten names are easy for a cat to recognize, and the stronger the sounds the easier it is for your cat to learn.

Inspiration for Male Kitten Names

Picking the right name for your male kitten will probably entail drawing up a short list of suitable names and picking from there. If you are looking for inspiration for names, including the more unusual, your ideas could include:

• Sports Stars: From major league sports to minor team games, there are an entire range of personalities whose names could easily be adapted and given to a cat. Why shouldn’t your precious kitten be given the name of a sports superstar?

• Pop Singers and Bands: Many cats are given names after famous and cult singers. Marley, for instance, is a splendid name for a male cat, or how about Hendrix? One useful tip when considering naming your kitten after a singer is that your cat may well be around for many more years than a popular singer remains in the charts; as such, a name may date your cat and you!

• Actors and Films: Film stars offer some great names for male cats. Marlon, Jimmy, Cary and Cagney are all names that any cool cat would be proud of. Many modern film stars also have names that would adapt well.

Famous Male Cats

Another idea to help pick the perfect name would be to seek inspiration from famous male cats. This might not be as daft as it sounds. The popular cartoon Top Cat featured lots of male cats. Besides Top Cat himself, there was Benny the Ball, Choo Choo, Brain, Fancy Fancy and Spook. While Officer Dibble of course was not a cat, wouldn’t there be a great sense of irony in giving a little cat this name.

Tom and Sylvester, of course, are famous cartoon cats, and don’t forget Thomas O’Malley, Berlioz and Toulouse from the Aristocats (Disney).

Seeking Male Cat Names Online

If none of the above appeals, then perhaps help is at hand in the form of some of the great Internet sites that offer ideas for cats names. Some interesting websites that are worth a look include:

• Kitty Names
• Cat and Dog Names
• Puss Cats
• Pets Name

You may also find the perfect name for a male kitten in the following articles.

• Names for Black Cats
• Egyptian Siamese Cat Names
• Naming Your New Kitten or Cat

Planning and choosing male kitten names is an important first step in your life together. Choose wisely and you'll wind up with a name both of you can be comfortable with for life.