100+ Egyptian Cat Names: Ideas for Enlightened & Divine Cats
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One quick search of ancient Egypt, and you’ll quickly realize how important cats are to Egyptian history. The ancient Egyptians are said to have believed that cats were magical creatures who brought about good luck and fortune to those who housed them. Cats were held in such high regard that it was common for Egyptian deities and royalty to be depicted with a cat head in sculptures and paintings, and the Pharaohs and their wives cherished their cats so much that when their cats died they were even mummified and buried with them in their tombs.
Fast forward to today’s day and age, and it’s not that rare to find people who are equally as devoted and obsessed with their kitties as the Egyptians once were. If you are looking to truly honor your majestic four-legged friends, what better way than to give them a name inspired by a culture that treated them with the undying love and respect they deserve?
We’ve compiled a list of the top 100 Egyptian hiss-tory inspired names that are sure to impress your furry Pharaoh.
The 30 Female Egyptian Cat Names
Women in ancient Egypt were considered equals to their male counterparts, and because of that, females played an important role in the balance of Egyptian civilization. These strong and powerful female names are a purr-fect representation of how respected and independent Egyptian women were...just like your feminine feline.
- Heba
- Doha
- Naba
- Yasmin
- Farrah
- Amal
- Mau
- Amunet
- Aziza
- Dalila
- Hasina
- Kanika
- Kissa
- Khepri
- Layla
- Nailah
- Mosi
- Neema
- Nuru
- Sanura
- Selma
- Shani
- Tahrira
- Tia
- Zahra
- Lotus
- Kosi
- Kepi
- Amenti
- Aisha
The 30 Male Egyptian Cat Names
Your male cat probably thinks he’s the head of the household, just like the men in ancient Egypt would have been. Here are some strong, masculine Egypt inspired male cat names.
- Adio
- Ahmed
- Abasi
- Ata
- Aten
- Azizi
- Hassani
- Muhammad
- Mido
- Mostafa
- Kosi
- Kufu
- Mekal
- Musa
- Nassor
- Oba
- Odion
- Omari
- Miro
- Youseef
- Ayman
- Osiris
- Pharaoh
- Sefu
- Seth
- Karim
- Sobik
- Tau
- Umi
- Zoser
The 12 Royal Egyptian Cat Names
For thousands of years Ancient Egypt was ruled by kings and queens called pharaohs, they ruled the land just like your mighty tabby rules the land in your backyard. If your kitty is deserving of a crown see if any of these names are deserving of your cat.
- Nefertiti
- Cleopatra
- Amun
- Hapi
- Horus
- Khafra
- Ramses
- Khons
- Tut
- Mihos
- Isis
- Ra
- Thorth
- Fouad
- Khufu
Names Inspired by Places in Egypt
Any tour of Egypt will take you to these well-known and historically rich cities and sites across Egypt. The kind of historical sites any history buff or world explorer dreams about. Take a peek to see if any of these names are well-suited for your daring and adventurous feline friend.
- Nile
- Aswan
- Luxor
- Cairo
- Alexandria
- Nubia
- Karnak
- Giza
- Abu
- Sinai
- Abydos
Mythical Inspired Cat Names
Throughout Egyptian history, their Deities and Mythological creatures have painted colorful stories and tall tales. Here are just a few ideas for your imaginative kitten.
- Chione
- Echidna
- Mut
- Sphinx
- Nekhbet
- Nephthys
- Nut
- Uadjit
- Atemu
- Mihos
- Menhit
Bonus: Egyptian Names (& meanings) for Your Sphynx Cat
Boy Egyptian Cats:
- Farid - meaning unique
- Femi - meaning one who loves
- Gamal - meaning handsome
- Masudi - meaning happy boy
- Moise - meaning dark skin
Girl Egyptian Cats:
- Farida (female) - meaning unique
- Feme (female) - meaning one who loves
- Gamila (female) - meaning beautiful
- Masuda (female) - meaning happy girl
- Moswen (female) - meaning light-skinned
- Rania (female) - meaning delightful
- Thema (female) - meaning queen
Finding the Right Name for Your Cat
We hope this post has helped you find the perfect name for your dignified and noble fur baby. For more inspiration on cat names, check out these related posts.
- 100+ Cool Cat Names: Ideas for Carefree & Easy Going Cats
- 100+ Female Cat Names: The Best Names for Girl Cats
- 150+ Male Cat Names: The Ultimate List of Masculine, Adorable and, Tough Names
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Christian started writing for a local newspaper as a teenager, and he's been involved in the publishing industry for most of his adult life. Combining his love of writing with a passion for animals, he is currently the Director of Editorial at Pangolia and the Editor-in-Chief at Catster.
Christian lives in the Philippines with his wife, son, and four rescue cats: Trixie, Chloe, Sparky, and Chopper.
