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150 Great Names for Cornish Rex Cats: Our Favourite Names For These Beauties

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Great Names for Cornish Rex Cats

Cornish Rex cats are one of the most unique breeds and resemble curly-haired pixies! Because of the tightly curled coats and impish nature of these intelligent cats, they all deserve a name that’s as unique as they are.

After you’ve gathered everything else your new Cornish Rex will need, you’ll need to give them a name that’ll serve them well throughout their lives. In this article, we’ll look at 150 of the greatest names for Cornish Rex cats to help you choose the perfect name for the new addition to your family.

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How to Name Your Cornish Rex Cat

Choosing a name for your pet can be daunting, especially for a cat as unique as the Cornish Rex! There are more common names you could choose from or unique names that no one will have heard of.

The possibilities are almost endless, so knowing where to start can make the whole process much easier. The unique personality and quirks of your Cornish Rex are a great place to find inspiration for their name.

Cornish Rexes are famous for their curly coats and are known to be kitten-like and curiously mischievous. Alongside their large ears and svelte faces, the Cornish Rex has a fairy-like, impish appearance that gives rise to many fantastic names. Their unique traits can create a tremendous pool of names for you to choose from!

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Top Ten Names for Your Cornish Rex Cat

Cornish Rex kitten
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  • Fairy
  • Imp
  • Pasty
  • Cornwall
  • Wren
  • Mischief
  • Rouge
  • Angel
  • Wenna
  • Bronwyn

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Names for Your Cornish Rex Cat Based on Appearance and Personality

Cornish rex cat sitting on the grass
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When you watch your Cornish Rex interact with the world around them, you’ll likely notice all their unique quirks and the physical features that make them extraordinary. The following names all take inspiration from the Cornish Rex’s fur and curious personality traits.

  • Wizard
  • Dotty
  • Curly
  • Prissy
  • Pricilla
  • Charming
  • Iris
  • Cotton
  • Wooly
  • Cuddles
  • Lovely
  • Lacey
  • Darling
  • Sleepy
  • Misty
  • Lacey
  • Sugar
  • Goldie
  • Angelica
  • Luna

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Names Based on Food and Drink

Black Cornish Rex Cat
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Food and drink names have always been popular choices for pet names, and for good reason! There are names based on foods your Cornish Rex likes, foods you like, and even your favorite beverage! Food and drink names often overlap with other traits, such as a cat’s fur color, so take a look at some delicious-sounding names for inspiration.

  • Panini
  • Melon
  • Martini
  • Hazelnut
  • Taffy
  • Honeydew
  • Honey Bun
  • Nugget
  • Cocoa
  • Sage
  • Merlot
  • Nutmeg
  • Pickle
  • Pepper
  • Margarita
  • Parsley
  • Flapjack
  • Kiwi
  • Sherry
  • Kale
  • Olive
  • Honey
  • Rosemary
  • Maple
  • Tuna
  • Paprika
  • Ravioli
  • Tabasco
  • Reuben
  • Clementine
  • Ginger
  • Skittles
  • Thyme
  • Cilantro
  • Whiskey
  • Popcorn
  • Grits
  • Peanut Butter
  • Waffle
  • Noodle
  • Coconut
  • Lemon
  • Tofu
  • Enchilada
  • Chickpea
  • Pancake
  • Gumbo
  • Cracker

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Lovely Female Cornish Rex Names

close up of a cornish rex with green eyes
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If your Cornish Rex has a beautiful and delicate face like a princess, a lovely name befitting her delicate personality is a perfect choice. Of course, your female cat might also be a madam who knows who’s boss, but a girlie name can still be a brilliant choice.

  • Pinky
  • Fluffy
  • Baby
  • Kitty
  • Raven
  • Lillie
  • Cassie
  • Lola
  • Roxy
  • Missy
  • Rainbow
  • Juno
  • Callie
  • Stormy
  • Ivy
  • Suzy
  • Bonnie
  • Summer
  • Jewel
  • Lexi
  • Katie
  • Blitz
  • Bessie
  • Bubbly
  • Penelope
  • Queenie
  • Cat
  • Mimi
  • Minnie
  • Bunny
  • Mimsy
  • Misty
  • Ava
  • Sunny
  • Pearl
  • Buffy
  • Piper
  • Scarlett
  • Sasha
  • Pixie

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Cute Male Cornish Rex Names

cornish rex cat walking on grass
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Whether bold as brass or cuddly and loving, your male Cornish Rex could suit a classically masculine or refreshingly ambiguous name that matches them perfectly. The following names are a mix of both, with some that could be used for male and female Cornish Rexes.

  • George
  • Dewey
  • Ashton
  • Joey
  • Elmo
  • Cyrus
  • Baxter
  • Louie
  • Comet
  • Logan
  • Dexter
  • Diablo
  • Ghost
  • Cooper
  • Loki
  • Jet
  • Jester
  • Elwood
  • Gizmo
  • Apollo
  • Flynn
  • Enzo
  • Blue
  • Fisher
  • Arlo
  • Diego
  • Asher
  • Armani
  • Flash
  • Max

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Final Thoughts

Cornish Rex cats are as unique as they are loving, so they deserve a name that’ll serve them well for the rest of their lives. However, there are so many choices that it can seem impossible to choose the right one!

By keeping your Cornish Rex’s individuality in mind, keeping the name simple, and choosing one you won’t mind calling out when you need their attention, you’re sure to find a name you and your Cornish Rex will love!


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