Get

In Your Inbox

Catster is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more.

300+ Gothic Cat Names: Great Ideas for Your Hardcore Cat

Gothic Cat Names

Cats come in many different shapes and sizes, and they have many different colors and patterns on their coats. They all deserve unique names that suit their looks and personalities. If you have or plan to get a new cat that looks or acts strange or mysterious, you may want to choose a hardcore gothic name that complements their features and temperament.

Luckily, there are many cool gothic names to choose from. But it can be overwhelming to even begin thinking about possible names. So, we put together a list of gothic names for cats of both sexes. Hopefully, you will find the perfect option for your cat right here. If nothing else, you will find a bit of inspiration!

divider 1 paws

100+ Hardcore Male Gothic Cat Names

Male cats can be fearless, curious, playful, shy, or a combination of these things. We have covered all the bases by identifying gothic names for male cats that can work well for various personality types.

Here are more than 100 names to choose from that could be the perfect match for your kitty cat:

  • Alfie
  • Armand
  • Asher
  • Astral
  • Baron
  • Batty
  • Bear
  • Beast
  • Beetle
  • Betelgeuse
  • Binx
  • Blackbeard
  • Blackjack
  • Blacktop
  • Blade
  • Blaken
  • Bones
  • Bonfire
  • Bram
  • Butler
  • Caps
  • Carter
  • Casper
  • Catacomb
  • Cinder
  • Clark
  • Coal
  • Coffee
  • Cooper
  • Crow
  • Cyclops
Chantilly Tiffany Cat in the garden
Image Credit by: Lukas Beno, Shutterstock
  • Dauntless
  • Decker
  • Demon
  • Draco
  • Drake
  • Duke
  • Dusty
  • Dwarf
  • Eclipse
  • Ego
  • Eight Ball
  • Fudge
  • Gloom
  • Gomez
  • Grayson
  • Gremlin
  • Hades
  • Hannibal
  • Harry
  • Hole
  • Igor
  • Inky
  • Isis
  • Java
  • Jekyll
  • Jet
  • Kumo
  • Kuro
  • Lestat
  • Liam
  • Loki
  • Lovecraft
  • Matter
  • Mourn
  • Nebulous
  • Nero
  • Nightmare
  • Nimbus
  • Nocturnal
male black smoke Norwegian forest cat
Image Credit by: Elisa Putti, Shutterstock
  • Odyssey
  • Omen
  • Panther
  • Phantom
  • Pirate
  • Preto
  • Raider
  • Ripley
  • Rochester
  • Salem
  • Sammy
  • Scarface
  • Scorch
  • Shade
  • Shade
  • Silhouette
  • Sin
  • Sly
  • Spider
  • Spike
  • Stone
  • Stygian
  • Styx
  • Sundown
  • Tarmac
  • Thunder
  • Toby
  • Twix
  • Vampire
  • Vlad
  • Voltaire
  • Voodoo
  • Wicked
  • Winchester

divider 2 cats

100 Hardcore Female Gothic Cat Names

When it comes to naming a female cat, you can go cute, or you can go bold. There is no right or wrong answer here. Why not try out one or more of the following options for your cat?

Show champion black smoke Persian
Image Credit: Linn Currie, Shutterstock
  • Abbi
  • Abracadabra
  • Akasha
  • Ash
  • Astral
  • Ava
  • Batty
  • Beans
  • Beauty
  • Bella
  • Booboo
  • Buffy
  • Circe
  • Clara
  • Coraline
  • Crumbs
  • Crystal
  • Dahlia
  • Déjà Vu
  • Dinah
  • Dot
  • Drusilla
  • Ebony
  • Elvira
  • Emily
  • Essence
  • Freya
  • Fudge
  • Gina
  • Godiva
  • Gretta
  • Harriet
  • Hex
  • Hollyhock
  • Huntress
cat in the dark
Image by: Piqsels
  • Indigo
  • Ingrid
  • Inkie
  • Jaggie
  • Jasmine
  • Java
  • Jet
  • Jezebel
  • Joy
  • Kali
  • Kiki
  • Layla
  • Lexi
  • Lilith
  • Maddie
  • Magic
  • Magpie
  • Misty
  • Molly
  • Morticia
  • Musta
  • Mysteria
  • Mystic
  • Mystique
  • Nebula
  • Nightshade
  • Noir
  • Nyx
  • Onyx
  • Opal
  • Orla
  • Pandora
  • Payday
  • Penny
  • Petal
  • Pixie
  • Pocus
  • Poe
  • Puma
  • Rachel
  • Ratri
  • Raven
  • Ripley
  • Rosemary
  • Rosie
  • Sabrina
  • Salem
  • Selene
  • Sey
  • Sharpie
  • Sorceress
  • Spellbinder
  • Stella
  • Tessa
  • Tilly
  • Tootsie
  • Trinity
  • Viola
  • Victoria
  • Wednesday
  • Widow
  • Winifred
  • Winona
  • Witch
  • Zara

divider 2 cats

100 Hardcore Unisex Gothic Cat Names

Sometimes, it seems most fitting to give a cat a unisex name. These can be just as cute, spooky, strange, and elaborate as female and male gothic cat names. They are perfect for newborn kittens whose sex cannot yet be determined.

Check out these interesting unisex gothic names for your cat:

kitten_kudla, Shutterstock
Image by: kudla, Shutterstock
  • Arcane
  • Ashton
  • Banshee
  • Basil
  • Beetle
  • Binx
  • Blackamoor
  • Blackberry
  • Blackie
  • Blacktop
  • Blade
  • Bonfire
  • Boots
  • Bowtie
  • Butler
  • Cadbury
  • Charlie
  • Cinder
  • Coal
  • Coffee
  • Crimson
  • Dani
  • Darkness
  • Dauntless
  • Decker
  • Dice
  • Dusk
  • Dusty
  • Eclipse
  • Eerie
  • Espresso
  • Eyre
  • Fate
  • Faust
  • Fog
  • Fury
Norwegian Forest Cat
Image Credit: Elisa Putti, Shutterstock
  • Galaxy
  • Gloom
  • Graphite
  • Grimm
  • Halloween
  • Hecate
  • Hellraiser
  • Hershey
  • Hex
  • Hocus
  • Inkwell
  • Jaggie
  • Java
  • Jet
  • Jigsaw
  • Juju
  • Kumo
  • Matches
  • Moon
  • Nelly
  • Nestle
  • Night
  • Ninja
  • Nott
  • Nox
  • Oreo
  • Pepe
  • Pepper
  • Petal
  • Phoenix
  • Pitch
  • Pocus
  • Rebel
  • Ripper
siberian cat in the forest
Image Credit: Just-Mila, Shutterstock
  • Sable
  • Salem
  • Sammy
  • Scamp
  • Selkie
  • Shade
  • Shadow
  • Siren
  • Skunk
  • Slither
  • Sly
  • Smokey
  • Smudge
  • Soot
  • Spade
  • Spook
  • Starlight
  • Stone
  • Stygian
  • Styx
  • Sylph
  • Taboo
  • Tarmac
  • Thunder
  • Tilly
  • Troll
  • Tux
  • Undertaker
  • Velvet
  • Wicca

divider 1 paws

How to Name Your Cat

The process of naming your cat can seem overwhelming, especially when there are so many awesome kitty names to choose from. Doing a little research and taking the time to think over your decision will help ensure that you don’t end up regretting the name that you give your cat.

Here are a few tips and tricks for choosing a name for your cat that should help make the process easier.

cat-lying-on-humans-lap
Image Credit: Piqsels

Narrow Down Your List

Trying to choose a name from a long list of options can be almost impossible. Even if you manage to do it, you can expect the process to take a while. However, while you are working to choose a name for your cat, they will have to live without a name, which can become confusing when it’s time to communicate with them. A great way to cut down on the amount of time that it takes to choose a name is to start by narrowing your list of options to no more than a dozen or so that you really like.

Try not to spend too much time considering each option. Give yourself up to a minute to decide whether a name should go on your shortlist. Go through the original list once, and choose as many names as you like. Then, go through the reduced list again to eliminate more names. Keep going through the list until you are left with just a few of your favorites. This will enable you to put the rest of the names out of your mind so you can focus on the few remaining and make a final decision.


Try Out Your Pared Down List

To help you choose which name on your narrowed-down list to ultimately choose for your cat, try out each one in practice. Use each name for half a day while communicating with your cat to see which ones are easiest to say, which ones your cat seems to best respond to, and which ones tend to “stick” the best overall. This should give you a good idea of which names will and won’t work, and you should be able to further narrow your list to just two or three final options.

soft-furry-tabby-cat-lying-on-its-owners-lap
Image Credit: Debra Anderson, Shutterstock

Ask Family and Friends for Votes

If you cannot choose a final name for your cat, recruit your friends and family members to help out. Ask each person in your household and close friends who will spend time with your cat to vote for one of the final names on your list. You can then choose the name with the most votes. Alternatively, you can eliminate the names with the lowest number of votes and then make a final choice from the two picks with the most votes.

divider 1 paws

In Conclusion

Naming your cat is a serious responsibility, but the process can still be fun and exciting. Your cat doesn’t care nearly as much as you do what they are called, so choose a name that you will be happy with in the long run. If you can’t decide on just one name, you could always give your cat a first and last name, then call them either as you feel like it.

You might also like:


Featured Image Credit: Unsplash

Want content like this delivered to you?

Sign Up For Our Newsletter

News, insights, expert advice, and everything cat

* By submitting, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy & Cookies Policy.

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate (you can leave written feedback after clicking submit)

Help us improve Catster for pet parents!

Your feedback really matters.

What did you like about this post? Also how can we improve it?

Join the conversation

2 Responses

Leave a Reply

You’re very welcome to leave a comment or question. Please know that all comments must meet our community guidelines, and your email address will NOT be published. Let’s have a positive and constructive conversation.

Talk With A Vet Online

Peace of mind,
anywhere, anytime

Affordable vet advice

Can Infected Teeth Cause Sneezing? Dental Disease in Cats (Vet Answer)

You may have noticed an unusual smell coming from your cat’s mouth, or maybe you’ve noticed a change in their appetite. But now,...

Can I Feed My Cat Different Brands Of Food? Vet Approved Advice

As humans, we can’t imagine eating the same food over and over again, so when it comes to our cats, is variety really...

What Age Cat Should I Adopt? Benefits & Risks At Each Life Stage Explained

You’ve decided it’s time to get a warm, fuzzy love ball – in essence, a cat. But there are so many unwanted cats...

How Do You Know When Cat Labor Is Over? (5 Signs)

If you have ever been in a delivery room or seen a character give birth on a television show, you have an idea...

More related

Can Cats Have Asthma? Vet-Approved Causes, Signs, & Treatment Tips

Though it hasn’t been as extensively studied as asthma in humans, cats can indeed get asthma. Feline asthma can range from mild to...

4 Angry Cat Sounds & Vet-Approved Tips on How to Calm Them

Cats often express their emotions—which can include anger and aggression—through various sounds. If your cat is making angry sounds that have you worried,...

Why Is My Cat So Hungry All of a Sudden? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Most domestic cats like to eat small, frequent meals daily instead of one or two feasts. It might be normal to see your...

How Do Cats Get Under Car Hoods? Vet-Reviewed Guide on What to Do & Prevention Tips

It can be miserable outside in the cold winter months, even for those of us bundled up in thick coats and scarves. For...

Keep reading

5 Amazing DIY Cat Diapers You Can Create at Home (With Pictures)

If you are a cat lover, then you know that sometimes they have accidents. When this happens, it is important to have a plan in place to deal with the mess. One option is to use cat diapers. Cat diapers...

cat wearing diaper

Heartworm in Cats (Vet Reviewed Signs & Care FAQs)

Heartworms in cats are similar to those in dogs. However, they are difficult, if not impossible, to treat, and the best way to keep your cat healthy is to work with your vet to prevent them. Because heartworms can harm...

Sick cat in animal hospital

Turkish Angora Cat Grooming – 8 Vet Approved Tips and Tricks

The Turkish Angora is an intelligent cat that also happens to be gorgeous. They originally came from the Ankara region of Turkey centuries ago. In fact, they almost went extinct at one point but made a comeback thanks to the...

turkish-angora-cat-in-the-garden

Do Feral Cats Like Catnip? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQs

If you’ve ever watched a cat go crazy over catnip, you may be surprised to learn that some cats are completely indifferent to it. However, feral cats, house cats, and even large wild cats, such as lions, leopards, jaguars, and...

cat smelling catnip

How Can I Soothe My Cat’s Itchy Skin: 9 Natural Home Remedies

If you notice that your cat is scratching incessantly, losing hair, or developing a rash, they are likely having an allergic reaction. Skin allergies are fairly common in cats, affecting around 10% of felines, with causes ranging from fleas to...

cat itchy

How to Tell If a Cat Is Allergic to Food: Vet-Approved Diagnosis Methods & Treatments

If you’re a cat owner, you probably know how important it is to provide them with a balanced and healthy diet. However, what happens when your feline companion starts experiencing unexplained signs like vomiting, diarrhea, or itchy skin? These could...

Cat scratching his ear while laying on a bed

Are String of Hearts Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Houseplants Examined

If you’re looking to add houseplants to your home, the potential options can be overwhelming. However, if your home already has a cat in residence, your choices will be limited by one important factor: whether or not the plant is...

Catster_Are String of Hearts Toxic to Cats

Signs of Aging in Cats: What Is Normal, What Is Disease? (Vet-Reviewed)

The average cat lives for 13 to 17 years, but some can make it well into their 20s. Many of the changes their bodies go through as they age are normal, but there are also ones that can be signs...

ginger-cat-on-owners-lap