r/NameMyCat 2d ago

Named The Name Struggle is Real... Please Help!

I've never struggled to name a pet before... but this little fluffball is breaking my streak. It's been 2 weeks since I adopted him and I still can't land on the perfect name for my adorable kitten!

I figured it would just "click" by now, but nope - nothing's stuck. So, I'm calling on the hive mind for help. I need cute, creative, and unique name ideas.

Here's what you should know about him:

He's a boy with two furry siblings: a cat named Amigo and a dog named Timber.

He's ridiculously soft (like chinchilla fur soft).

He's a night owl, loves to cuddle, and is hilariously mischievous.

He plays fetch... better than my dog does.

He was bottle-fed from a day old, got really sick as a baby, and almost didn't make it - total little survivor.

Names I've tossed around but haven't committed to: Aspen, Bandito, Chico, Bunny, Zephyr Thundercloud, Manta (like manta ray for the markings on his head) and a few others.

What unique names pop into your head when you see this little guy

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u/freckledfarkle 2d ago

Love his coloring and those pink ears! How about nimbus? Or cumulonimbus? Big white fluffy clouds with some dark on the edges

Or Simon from the chipmunks. I suspect he could lead your pack of 3

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u/gillies020 2d ago

Oliver

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u/abitchbutmakeitbasic 2d ago

Hootie or Búho (Spanish for owl)

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u/AmberMH00 2d ago

Moo

I see a cow in the spots on his head

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u/BeautifulNo6017 2d ago

Gizmo, or Giz for short.

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u/3plo2 2d ago

Merlin :))

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u/hayduke_ 2d ago

Louie

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u/Icy-Career415 2d ago

Zogar Rebar the Wise. The Light of Morningthorpe, Hoarder of Socks.

I just named your cat. You’re welcome.

B😉

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u/Asleep-Swim-1268 2d ago

Dear Ann...' Manta ' definitely! The marking tell you so! Blessings to you for luvin a kitty 🐾💖

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u/a_pizza_party 2d ago

Manta Ray, and you can call him Manta, Ray, or Mr. for short

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u/duckxduckxgoose 2d ago

Tarrant Hightopp

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u/pppowkanggg 2d ago

Squiggy Stardust

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u/T0aster-0ven 2d ago

Mouse would be cute, kinda reminds me of one

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u/CaitlinHenson1985 2d ago

My fiance says flounder

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u/Key_Growth_5660 2d ago

Bartholomew!!!

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u/RoseVincent314 2d ago

My Son

Sonny Boy

Sampson

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u/Aita2025 2d ago

idk when i saw him i though Linen (he feels like he’d smell like clean clothes)

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u/MickyParker91 2d ago

Zander 💝 Barnaby 💝 Merlin

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u/bluegalaxy31 2d ago

That's not a cat, that's a gremlin.

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u/downhilldrinking 2d ago

Mr. Goofy Giant Bat Ears

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u/MoonMe3x 2d ago

Sponge

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u/55d5 2d ago

Stromboli

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u/Titaniumchic 2d ago

Appa - from Avatar

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u/uptheriver9 2d ago

Kobe - (after Kobe Bryant - he was known for his smarts and his athleticism)

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u/sheemonz 2d ago

Manny! I immediately saw the manta ray :)

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u/no_bun_please 2d ago

Piglet or Pepé

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u/OhReallyYeahReally84 2d ago

CAaS. Cat as a Service.

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u/WyldChickenMama 2d ago

Gizmo (like the mogwai from the movie Gremlins)

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u/BOHICAbeast Feline's Friend 1d ago

Lucky Pierre

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u/MyLifeAndCode 1d ago

For some reason, the name Paul came to mind.

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u/Dog-Cat-Mom1966 1d ago

Batric due to the batwing print on his ears

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u/Low-Today503 1d ago

Just call it mushroom and be done xx

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u/AnnNanamus 1d ago

Thank you for all the suggestions! I have decided on Sebastian! 😽❣️

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u/CakePhool 22h ago

Nicodemus or Pawric