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120+ Green-Eyed Cat Names: Great Ideas for Your Beautiful Cat

Written by: Christian Adams

Last Updated on February 8, 2024 by Catster Editorial Team

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120+ Green-Eyed Cat Names: Great Ideas for Your Beautiful Cat

Looking for a unique and interesting name for your new feline friend? Maybe your new furry companion has emerald or jade irises. If that’s the case, check out our list of green-eyed cat names! Some people think that green-eyed cats are auspicious and bring good luck, while others think that the color of a cat’s eyes reveals something about their personality traits.

Cats can possess green eyes that range from yellowish-green to green with a blue tint. Sometimes, you can also see streaks of gold or yellow in the iris of a green-eyed cat. Some breeds with striking green eyes include Egyptian Maus, Havana Cats, Norwegian Forest Cats, and Russian Blue cats. Whatever your cat’s breed, here are some of the coolest names for green-eyed cats. We think you’ll find these names as captivating as your kitty’s jewel-bright eyes.

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Green Foods & Drinks

Food names make cute cat names, and the good news is there are many different types of green fruits and vegetables! Many are either unripe or have lower sugar content, and some have a more sour or tart flavor than their ripe counterparts, although they are nutritionally dense and provide a variety of health benefits. If your kitty is delicious then choose a name from our list below!

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  • Apple
  • Artichoke
  • Avocado
  • Basil
  • Bell Pepper
  • Broccoli
  • Cabbage
  • Chervil
  • Citron
  • Dill
  • Frisee
  • Gem
  • Gooseberry
  • Green Tea
  • Honeydew
  • Juniper
  • Kiwi
  • Kale
  • Lettuce
  • Lime
  • Matcha
  • Mint
  • Pear
  • Pickles
  • Pistachio
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Spinach
  • Sprite
  • Sprout
  • Sweet Pea
  • Thyme
  • Zesty
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Shades of Green

The pigment in a cat’s eyes determines their eye color. The most common colors are yellow, green, and blue, but cats can also have brown, gray, or amber eyes. The color green is created by a combination of blue and yellow pigments in the cat’s iris. The most common shade of green is a mix of 50% yellow and 50% blue. However, the amount of each pigment present can vary, creating lighter or darker shades of green. Below we hope you’ll find the perfect shade to describe your kitty’s peepers.

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  • Army
  • Bottle
  • Celadon
  • Chartreuse
  • Cyan
  • Eau De Nil
  • Evergreen
  • Fern
  • Forest
  • Hunter
  • Jungle
  • Laurel
  • Lincoln
  • Neon
  • Nile
  • Pine
  • Sea
  • Teal
  • Turquoise

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Color Psychology

The color green is often associated with the natural world and with environmentalism. Different shades of green can represent different feelings or messages. Here are names linked to the emotions associated with the color green. We hope that one of these will be a perfect match for your cat’s personality or how they make you feel.

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  • Balance
  • Beginning
  • Calm
  • Chill
  • Dollar
  • Freshy
  • Envy
  • Happy
  • Harmony
  • Healthy
  • Hope
  • Jealousy
  • Leaf
  • Lucky
  • Money
  • Shoot
  • Tranquility

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Green Gemstones

There are many different types of green gemstones and each stone has its own unique beauty, special properties, and fascinating origin story, and some people even believe they have mystical powers! We know you feel the same way about your green-eyed cat. Gemstones are precious because they are rare and have a lot of value, just like a kitty’s love. If your cat is a rare jewel, choose one of these names.

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  • Apatite
  • Aventurine
  • Chrysoberyl
  • Chrysoprase
  • Ekanite
  • Emerald
  • Gaspeite
  • Hiddenite
  • Idocrase
  • Jade
  • Kornerupine
  • Malachite
  • Moldavite
  • Peridot
  • Prasiolite
  • Prehnite
  • Seraphinite
  • Serpentine
  • Sunstone
  • Tourmaline
  • Tsavorite
  • Variscite
  • Verdelite
  • Vesuvianite
  • Zircon
  • Zoisite

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Irish Greens

Ireland is famous for its 40 shades of green, which refers to the many different tints of green that can be found in the landscape of Ireland. This green landscape is due to the high amount of rainfall that the country receives and the lush vegetation that grows as a result. Even the national color is green! If you or your cat has Irish heritage, you may find a fitting name in the list below.

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  • Belfast
  • Blarney
  • Clover
  • Derry
  • Erin
  • Finnegan
  • Glas (means green in Irish)
  • Irish
  • Kelly
  • Kilkenny
  • Killarney
  • Leprechaun
  • Paddy
  • Pangur (from an iconic Irish poem about cats)
  • Pattie
  • Pusheen (from the Irish word for kitten)
  • Milkshake
  • Mossy
  • Murphy
  • Saint
  • Seafoam
  • Shamrock
  • Spring

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Final Thoughts

Naming your cat can be a fun experience. Green-eyed cats are beautiful creatures and if you are thinking of getting a green-eyed cat, or are lucky enough to already own one, consider giving them a name that celebrates their unique beauty. It is equally important to give your cat a name that celebrates their personality. By giving your green-eyed cat the perfect name, you can cement their identity and seal their spot in their new home. This will help your gorgeous green-eyed kitty feel like they are a part of their forever family!

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