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Find the perfect name for your adorable kitty cat
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If you’re the proud pet parent of a new calico cat, you probably want to choose an adorable name that fits your kitty’s personality. That’s where we come in! We’ve compiled a list of 100 cute and unique names perfect for a calico. Keep reading to find the best name for your furry friend!

Our Top Names for Calico Cats

  • Calliope
  • Calypso
  • Dottie
  • Ginger
  • Patches
  • Sorbet
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Best Calico Cat Names

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  1. Did you know that over 99% of calico cats are female? This is because of the unique chromosomal makeup that determines the color variation in their coats. Since it’s so rare to find a male, most of the top calico names are feminine, but there are still plenty of great options if you end up with a boy! Here are some of our favorite names for calicos:
    • Callie[1]
    • Calliope
    • Cleo
    • Dottie
    • Harlow
    • Hazel
    • Iris
    • Maggie
    • Marbles
    • Margo
    • Penny[2]
    • Pixie
    • Posie
    • Sadie
    • Speckles
    • Splotch
    • Trixie
    • Willow
    • Winnie
    • Zoey
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Unique Calico Cat Names

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  1. Names like Patches and Callie are definitely cute, but sometimes they can be a bit overused. Think outside the box to find a name that’s more unique. Here are some of our favorite uncommon options:
    • Autumn
    • Bristle
    • Calista
    • Calypso
    • Clove
    • Daffodil[5]
    • Flicker
    • Harlequin
    • Kyra
    • Marigold
    • Mosaic
    • Nova
    • Sienna
    • Solstice
    • Sorbet
    • Sorrel
    • Streak
    • Tango
    • Viola
    • Zinnia
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Food-Inspired Calico Cat Names

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  1. Food names are often popular options for cats. Choose a name inspired by your favorite food or a food that your cat’s fur reminds you of. Here are some yummy options to choose from:
    • Biscotti
    • Bourbon
    • Butterscotch
    • Caramel
    • Cinnamon[6]
    • Cookie
    • Fudge
    • Ginger
    • Honey
    • Muffin
    • Nutmeg
    • Peaches
    • Peanut
    • Pickle
    • Pumpkin[7]
    • S’more
    • Snickers
    • Sushi
    • Tangerine
    • Toffee
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Pop Culture-Inspired Calico Cat Names

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  1. You don’t have to name your cat after a famous feline (though that’s always a plus!) Think of some of your favorite movie characters, celebrities, or even historical figures. This way, you’ll find a cat name that’s unique to your interests! Here are some examples:
    • Aurora
    • Bambi
    • Binx
    • Cher
    • Cleopatra
    • Crookshanks
    • Elsa
    • Fergie
    • Fiona
    • Gamora
    • Goose
    • Hermione
    • Katniss
    • Matilda
    • Nala
    • Nemo[8]
    • Picasso[9]
    • Simba
    • Tigger[10]
    • Zelda
    • Still looking for the perfect name? Check out our Cat Name Generator for more personalized options!
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Hunter Rising
There are so many cute cat names to choose from, and the perfect one will match your cat's personality. Some of our absolute favorite cat names include:
  • Merlin
  • Socks
  • Grandpa or Grandma
  • Pickles
If you have an orange cat, try out:
  • Butterscotch
  • Garfield
  • Ember
For a black cat, you can't go wrong with:
  • Jet
  • Wednesday
  • Raven

If you want more ideas, check out our Cat Name generator. Don't forget to share your favorite cat name in this discussion post for a chance to have it featured in one of our future wikiHow articles!
Peter.Jones.1
Some good cat names are rosco, Luna, Milo, Leo, Bella, Charlie, Lily, Oliver, Max, Ash, Shadow, Onyx, Midnight, Pumpkin, Rusty, Mango, Sunny, Clementine, Dusty, Cinder, Smoke, Stormy, Oreo, Cookie, Mochi, Peanut, and Waffles

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This article was co-authored by Jessica Char and by wikiHow staff writer, Raven Minyard, BA. Jessica Char is a Cat and Dog Trainer, Behavior Consultant, and the Founder of Feline Engineering and Canine Engineering. She specializes in modifying challenging pet behavior problems, such as fear and aggression, using positive reinforcement training protocols. Jessica is a Certified Fear Free Trainer, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer. She is also a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. Jessica received her BS and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis.
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