200 Maine Coon Cat Names: Great Ideas for Your Big Cat
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If you are a soon-to-be owner of a majestic, loving, and stunningly beautiful Maine Coon cat but are still tossing around name ideas, we are here to help you in the process. Whether you are looking for a name that reflects their extraordinary size or one that highlights their friendliness and pleasant personality traits, we’re here to help. Here’s a list of 200 name ideas for your new Maine Coon cat or kitten.
How to Name Your Main Coon
Sometimes, you just need a little inspiration or encouragement to find the perfect name. No worries, we have you covered.
If you’ve found yourself in a naming pickle, here are some extra tips that may help you come to your final decision:
Girly Names for a Maine Coone Princess
You may know that female cats can have a bit of a princess complex (and rightfully so). So here’s a list of some girly names that just might fit the bill:
- Abby
- April
- Ava
- Bonnie
- Cleo
- Charlotte
- Camille
- Clementine
- Delilah
- Diva
- Emma
- Fritzy
- Sugar
- Grace
- Greta
- Queenie
- Felicity
- Missy
- Josie
- Princess
- Karen
- Dazzle
- Stella
- Vicky
- Zoey
- Chloe
- Eloise
- Gigi
- Beatrix
- Darcy
- Gia
- Macy
- Libby
- Mitsy
- Blanche
Tough Guy Names for the Boys
Maine Coons are big cats that are built for the hunt. If you’re looking for a name that fits your big, bulky, tough guy, we have some for you:
- Axel
- Amos
- Baine
- Angus
- Apollo
- Dax
- Midas
- Nitro
- Rocky
- Boss
- Titus
- Blade
- Dexter
- Ryder
- Blade
- Aries
- Atlas
- Bruno
- Alaster
- Cyrus
- Damon
- Justice
- Luther
- Marco
- Odin
- Rocco
- Tyson
- Mac
- Kane
- Vince
- Floyd
- Diego
- Trigger
- Fang
- Hannibal
Size-Related Names for Your Sizeable Cat
Are you on the hunt for a name that truly captures the size of the monstrous Maine Coon? Here are some great names that put an emphasis on size:
- Titan
- Magnum
- Goliath
- Zeus
- Maximus
- Hoss
- Atlas
- Rex
- Og
- Rambo
- Beast
- Athos
- Hercules
- Leon
- Balor
- Squatch
- Bear
- Hulk
- Idris
- Andre
- Cronus
- Atilla
- Silva
- Nash
- Bubba
- Jupiter
- Tiny
- Crius
- Theo
- Colossus
- Ogre
- Behemoth
- Whopper
- Argus
- Burley
- Everest
- Thea
- Luisa
- Gaia
- Beula
- Bestla
- Rhea
- Phoebe
- Dione
- Bertha
- Gamora
- Luna
- Venus
- Amazon
- Acadia
Names for those Soft, Cuddly, Long Coats
If you’re looking for a name that relates to the cuddly fluffiness of the Maine Coon’s coat, here are some options for your lovable fluff monster:
- Fizzle
- Puffalump
- Teddy
- Downy
- Fluffles
- Cloud
- Lumpkin
- Marshmallow
- Sloth
- Catsby
- Socks
- Harry
- Callie
- Wookie
- Creampuff
- Floofer
- Snow
- Cumulus
- Waffle
- Furby
- Stormy
- Wooly
- Cupcake
- Fuzzball
- Suave
- Cashmere
- Puffin
- Shaggy
- Mittens
- Oso
- Cotton
- Fluffy
- Panda
- Llama
- Pancake
Maine Coon Name Ideas from Pop-Culture
If you’re a pop-culture lover and you’re looking for some inspiration from either the big screen or bookshelf, here are names we think work well with the Maine Coon:
- Hagrid
- Maribel
- Dwight
- Claus
- Simba
- Diana
- Camillo
- Chance
- Hobbes
- Koko
- Athena
- Calypso
- Dobby
- Bagheera
- Nala
- Crookshanks
- Clarence
- Arwen
- Ginger
- Lord Tubbington
- Keiko
- Meowth
- Miss Kitty
- Snowbell
- Pandora
- Zazzle
- Alex
- Milo
- Mrs. Norris
- Mimsie
- Duchess
- Fancy
- Sylvester
- Bilbo
- Katniss
- Gaga
- Mr. Bigglesworth
- Sassy
- Casper
- Orion
- Buffy
- Babs
- Dinah
- Lucybelle
- Zelda
Some Fun Facts About the Maine Coon
- They are called gentle giants because of their size and excellent temperament.
- Maine Coons are excellent hunters and started as mousers in the Northeastern United States.
- They are thought to have been brought to America by the Vikings.
- It is said that up to 40 percent of Maine Coons are polydactyl (having 6 toes.)
- Maine Coons are made for the winter with their heavy coats and large, tufted paws.
- The Maine Coon was named the official state cat of Maine in 1985.
- Norris, the pet cat of Argus Filch in the Harry Potter series, was played by a Maine Coon.
- A Maine Coon was named the World’s Longest Cat by the Guinness Book of World Records.
- Unlike most cats, Maine Coons love water and are usually excellent swimmers.
- Maine Coons are one of the largest domestic cat breeds, along with Norwegian Forest Cats and Ragdolls.
Final Thoughts
Congratulations on your new, furry feline family member (or family member to be.) There’s nothing more heartwarming than opening your home to a new addition. Maine Coons are stunningly beautiful cats that are one of the most popular breeds, and you are lucky to call one your own!
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Lindsey and her husband enjoy traveling the US with their kids and photographing wildlife. Her passion is to educate others on the importance of proper animal care, with an emphasis on reptiles and exotics since their care requirements can be much more complex. She is also a huge advocate for bully breeds. She feels most at home in the forest either on horseback or in hiking boots.
