Oh, so sophisticated! 100 British names for cats

British cat names for pets have always been a purr-ferred choice for pet parents of majestic and sophisticated animals. Most of all, cat carers. Our furry friends ask for so little, so why not appoint them a name befitting of their grace, glamor, or glory.

The United Kingdom has a broad range of moguls to suit every cat. From its famed fictional characters and mysterious mythology of King Arthur, to real life royalty and traditional Victorian cat names, we’ve selected the cream of the crop when it comes to the best British names for cats.

Cute British cat names for royal kitties

The British royal family seem to be in the news non-stop these days, but don’t some of them have fantastic British cat names! We’ve plucked some kings, queens, and members of the crown from the past (and present) to suggest some royal names for male and female cats.

Royal names for male cats

For your purr-fect prince or kingly kitty, here are a fine selection of royal male cat names:

• Albert
• Arthur
• Charles or Charlie
• Edward
• Harold
• George
• Henry
• Philip
• Richard
• William

Royal female cat names

Proud princesses and quaint queens might suit some of these regal names for female cats:

• Anne
• Augusta
• Boudica
• Charlotte
• Diana
• Elizabeth or Lizzie
• Margaret or Maggie
• Matilda
• Sophia
• Victoria

Suave Shakespeare cat names

That which we call our cats, by any other name would behave so sweet… Whether you’re barmy for The Bard or own a fancy feline of refined tastes, perhaps a William Shakespeare-inspired name is what you seek.

Scrumptious Shakespeare cat names for lords

For cats who were born to tread the boards, your furry feline lord may suit one of these William Shakespeare-inspired cat names:

• Antonio
• Caliban
• Hamlet
• Iago
• Oberon
• Othello
• Malvolio
• Mercutio
• Romeo
• Tybalt

Superb Shakespeare cat names for ladies

If you own a theatrical feline or captivating cat, these theatrically inspired female Shakespeare cat names could be ideal for your furry idol:

• Beatrice
• Cleopatra
• Cordelia
• Desdemona
• Juliet
• Miranda
• Ophelia
• Portia
• Rosalind
• Viola

Magical cat names from Harry Potter

Those pet parents out there who are Potter-files, may be keen to select one of these quirky and unusual names from the Harry Potter series. We’ve stuck to trying to the original J.K. Rowling book series, so hopefully any mega Harry Potter feline fans won’t be disappointed.

Wonderful warlock names for male cat names

Whether your cat is a quiet and observant Ravenclaw, or a brash and outgoing Gryffindor, purr-haps one of these famed Harry Potter wizards will suit your kitty:

• Albus
• Barty
• Cornelius
• Draco
• Hagrid
• Kingsley
• Lupin
• Lucius
• Moody or Mad Eye Moody
• Sirius

Whimsical witch names for female cats

Swish and flick (of the tail)! Is your cat a sly and cautious witch, or is she possibly a true ‘Auror’ at heart? See if any of these Harry Potter character names match the witching ways of your furry friend:

• Bellatrix
• Dolores
• Fleur
• Ginny
• Lily
• Minerva
• Molly
• Nymphadora
• Rita or Skeeter
• Rowena

British Victorian cat names for the history loving cats

Often when we think of British cat names, characters from the works of Charles Dickens, Thomas Hardy, or other classic writers come to mind. For the suave and dainty feline friends, we have a lovely list of the most exquisite Victorian cat names.

Top tail Victorian cat names for male cats

Cats with top hats and tails, or purr-babies who could easily survive on the hardy streets of old London, here are some choice British male Victorian cat names:

• Bertie
• Felix
• Edwin
• Harvey
• Harrison
• Jasper
• Oliver
• Oscar
• Thomas
• Victor

Velvety Victorian cat names for female cats

For the tough-tempered kitties, or those who only sleep on silk, we have a variety of Victorian cat names for female cats:

• Ada
• Alice
• Audrey
• Cora
• Daisy
• Elsie
• Mabel
• Maud
• Nancy
• Violet

Proper British cat names for fame hungry felines

From fictionalized detective names for curious cats, to rock and roll moguls for those fur balls who love an audience, the United Kingdom isn’t short on famous mavericks and personalities. Here are some honorable British cat names we thought deserved a mention.

Male British names for your adorable fur angel

Whether they’re a reserved Watson type or a full on furry Johnny Rotten Sex Pistol, these iconic United Kingdom stars (real and fake) might be the British cat names you’ve been looking for:

• Bean
• Del Boy
• Dev
• Elton
• Frodo
• Mick or Mick Jagger
• Ringo
• Sherlock
• Tolkein
• Watson

Iconic British names for female cats

When you think of British cat names for female fur balls, your mind may conjure names of beloved British movie stars, iconic pop princesses, or even TV personalities. To help, here is a short list of moguls to match with your paw-fect prowler:

• Bronte
• Daphne
• Dido
• Edina or Eddie
• Judy
• Lara
• Naomi
• Patsy
• Tilda
• Wendy

We hope you found this paw-picked list of British cat names inspiring. If not, perhaps peruse our list of royal cat names to delve deeper into the world of regal monikers. Otherwise, become part of our growing cat community today and check out our cat sitting page to find local cat sitters near you.