So, you just brought home your newest family member: an orange kitty that stole your heart. Now it’s time to pick a name as bright as its fur and personality. We’ve put together a list of options for you: from those inspired by cartoons to the ones highlighting their coat color.
Orange cat names from movies
Probably the easiest way to go is to name your kitty after a famous cat we’ve all seen on the big screen. The most popular name here would be the pesky, lasagna-fan Garfield. Some other options to choose from are Crookshanks (Hermione’s cat from Harry Potter), Buttercup (Catching Fire).
Further on, we have Ulysses (Inside Llewyn Davis), Goose (Captain Marvel), Milo (Milo and Otis), Fred (Gifted), Clawhauser (Zootopia), Cat (Breakfast at Tiffany’s), Jonesy (Alien) or the Puss in Boots you just can’t say “no” to (Shrek 2).
Probably the easiest way to go is to name your kitty after a famous cat we’ve all seen on the big screen.
Disney-inspired ginger cat names
The magical world of Disney has some red-headed characters worth naming your kitty after. You can choose from Ariel (The Little Mermaid), Kim Possible, Merida (Brave), Jessie (Toy Story), Peter Pan, Anna (Frozen), Phineas (Phineas and Ferb), Giselle (Enchanted), Ellie (Up), Wendy (Gravity Falls), Hercules, and, of course, Simba (The Lion King).
Orange cat names inspired by pop culture
Aslan, the wise ruler from The Chronicles of Narnia, can be a great role model for your lion-like pet. Tigger from Winnie the Pooh, Princess Jasmine’s pet tiger Rajah from Aladdin, or orange imaginary friend Hobbes from Calvin and Hobbes are also options worth considering.
By all means, you don’t have to stick to felines. Consider the red-haired northern princess Sansa Stark from the Game of Thrones or Elmo, an ideal cat name for any Sesame Street fans.
Then there is Wilma Flintstone and Loki, the famous Marvel villain. Finally, we have Dewey, the orange library cat who became everyone’s favorite in a small town in Iowa.
Aslan, the wise ruler from The Chronicles of Narnia, can be a great role model for your lion-like pet.
Ginger cat name ideas from books
Do you remember what book characters inspired you as a child? Was it the brave and mischievous Pippi Longstocking or Anne of Green Gables? Or maybe the kind-hearted ruler Glinda from The Wizard of Oz?
Harry Potter’s loyal best friend Ron Weasley, Fancy Nancy, Tintin (from The Adventures of Tintin), Madeline, Jamie Fraser (from the Outlander), and Ms. Frizzle (Magic Schoolbus) are some other literary options for you to choose from.
Do you remember what book characters inspired you as a child? Draw inspiration from that.
Orange cat names inspired by their color
To reflect the fiery personality and looks of your new pet, you can name them Firecracker, Fuego, Sparks, Flame, Ember, Firework, Inferno, Phoenix, or Blaze. After all, it will for sure bring some sparkle into your life. You can also go with Sunset or Sunrise for a truly magical option.
Spicy orange cat names
Does your new kitten have a playful and rebellious character? Give them a spicy name like Paprika, Pepper, Chili, Ginger, Mustard, or Saffron. A smart idea for the ones who love to curl up is Curry. Nutmeg or Cinnamon are perfect options for those who want to keep the Christmas spirit in their home all year round.
To reflect the fiery personality and looks of your new pet, you can name them Firecracker, Fuego, Sparks, Flame, Ember, Firework, Inferno, Phoenix, or Blaze.
Fruit-inspired ginger cat names
If your orange kitten has a defined tropical vibe, why don’t you name them Papaya or Mango? For stressing how cute and sweet your cat is, go with Peaches, Tangerine, Clementine, or Melon. For a more exotic option, consider Kumquat (the Chinese word for “golden orange”).
Food and drinks-inspired names
Heinz and Tomato are both ideal names for a bright red cat. You can also name your kitten Mimosa after your favorite cocktail to keep the weekend spirit in your everyday life. Fanta is perfect for those with a bubbly and sweet personality. Potato Chip and Nacho are some cool ideas for a cuddly ball of fur.
If your orange kitten has a defined tropical vibe, why don’t you name them Papaya or Mango?
Halloween-inspired names for orange cats
Looks like you might have a Pumpkin out there. Boo, Gremlin, Lucifer, Wicked, Salem, Tarot, Buffy (from the Vampire Slayer), Poe (as in Edgar Allen), Winifred are among other spooky options to look into.
Irish names to give to your orange cat
Ireland has the highest number of red-haired people per capita in the world. So why not name your kitten Flannery, Finley, Rory, Lia, Orla, Gallagher, Aiden, Sheena, or Patrick? It could help awaken the ever-joyful Irish spirit in your pet.
An Irish name could help awaken the ever-joyful Irish spirit in your pet.
Orange cat names inspired by famous red-headed people
Natural red is the rarest hair color in the world among humans. Naming your kitty after one of those is guaranteed to draw some extra attention to them and can be a good starter for small talk.
From Queen Elizabeth I and Winston Churchill to Prince Harry, famous actresses Susan Sarandon, Nicole Kidman, and Julianne Moore, sweet-voiced Ed Sheeran, and Lindsay Lohan, one of the teenage idols of the 2000s: you have a whole pool of options to look at.
Orange cat names ideas from foreign languages
Red, ginger, orange: you can play with your new pet’s color and name them in an exotic foreign language. Rojo means “red” in Spanis and “Fuego” is a “fire.” Rouge is used for the color red in French, and Rosso – in Italian. Rood is the Dutch, and Rot is the German for “red.” Rufus stands for “redhead” in Latin. Oranssi is Finnish for “orange.”
Red, ginger, orange: you can play with your new pet’s color and name them in an exotic foreign language.
Bonus ideas: Original orange cat names
Tech-savvy owners will love the names Firewall or Firefox. Travel fans will appreciate the name Sahara for their fluffy ginger. By the way, Sahara means “just before dawn.” Mars, the Red Planet, as well as Jupiter, Mercury, or the Sun itself can be a great way to show your kitty is just out of this world.
Rusty is a fun name idea for a kitten whose claws are as sharp as nails. Maples is an interesting option that symbolizes balance, promise, generosity, and intelligence. Apricot is an orange fruit, so why not name Fluffy like that.
Before making your final choice from all the options on the list, remember that the name is going to be something you call your kitty by for years to come. So make sure it reflects their personality and that you’re comfortable pronouncing it over and over again.
