Nothing beats picking out that perfect name to fit your equally perfect white feline. After all, this furry ball of love is about to spend the rest of its life with you, so you want to make sure it’s extra special.
So choosing a name inspired by your cat’s coat is an excellent way to make sure the name ages like fine wine and reflects their personality. You’ll also want to ensure it fits your cat’s name tag, so it’s a much bigger deal than you may have first anticipated.
Whether you’re considering getting a cat or already have one, here are the best mystical names for white cats that will fit your furry friend to a tee.
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White Cat Names — Will My Cat Even Notice?
You may wonder if it even matters if you give your cute kitty a name or not. The undeniable answer is an emphatic yes.
Not only can they be as cute as anything else on earth, but your fluffballs do actually acknowledge their names. Or at least that’s according to research carried out by the University of Tokyo and published in the reputable Nature Journal.
From meowing back at you when you call to them rubbing up against your leg, there’s now no denying cats respond to the sound of their name.
What am I getting at exactly? Well, naming a cat gives it an individual identity and helps to build a relationship between you and them. That said, using one too many spin-offs of your feline’s fantastic name may end up confusing them. So let me tell you all the ins and outs of picking that irresistible name for your perfect purrer.
Things to Think About When Choosing a Name for White Cats
You’re not going to pick the same name for a white cat with pointy ears as the cat from Stuart Little. So to make your decision a little easier, here are some things to keep in mind when making your decision.
1. Your Cat’s Appearance
The color of your cat or its markings can help you make a choice. For example, Snowball from Stuart Little is a great name for a fluffy white cat with green eyes.
Look at your kitty’s shape as well — are they sleek or solid? Is it a cat with pointy ears or flat-back ears? Fluffy or short-haired? Onomatopoeia (the word looks like what it describes) is another great way of using your feline’s appearance to make a decision.
2. Your White Cat’s Personality
No cat is the same, so it’s only right their name matches their unique personality. This isn’t an easy way to pick a name if they’re a relatively new kitty on the block. But if you give it a few days, their personality will come to the fore, and so will their name.
If your cat loves to climb trees, how about Aspen?
3. Your Snow White Cat Breed
Breeds can provide some unforgettable name ideas. Eskimo is a great choice for a white American bobtail cat, and Snow based names can be perfect for white Siberian cats.
4. Keep Cat Names Short
You will use your cat’s name an awful lot – so the fewer the syllables, the better. Also, this will be easier for your cat to absorb and remember. And when introducing your love muffin to friends, family, vets, and others, it’s much easier to do so with a short, easy-to-remember name like Angel.
5. Don’t Choose a Name That Is Bigger Than Your Cat
Does it really make sense to have a petite little fluffball and call them Titus? As much as you’re trying to match your kitty’s name to its personality, don’t forget about its appearance and overall size.
6. The Name Should Have Longevity
It may seem hilarious to give your cat a lengthy name when you first get it, but you may well tire of calling this name out and sharing it with others, e.g., Mr. Bigglesworth.
7. Be Nice
Try and keep the name loving and fun without making it the joke of the town. It would be such a pity for your furry friend’s name to be something like Silly or Fusspot.
8. Make Sure it Fits With Other Cats in Your Household
There are many great opportunities to develop matching cat names in your household – like Ebony and Ivory. And for a cute couple of big white cats, something like Icy and Snowflake could work perfectly.
What if You Choose the Wrong Name for a White Cat?
I know I said that your cat learns its name, but if you choose to change it after a few weeks, it shouldn’t be too much of an issue.
There is no evidence one way or the other as to what happens when a new owner changes the name of an older cat, like if you were to get a rescue kitty who was already several years old. Try your name of choice and see if it sticks. If it does, then you’re golden.
9 Best White Cat Names
Now that you know how to pick the perfect white cat name, it’s time to tuck into the best options out there.
1. Biscuit
If you’ve got a cat that loves kneading you like they’re making dough for biscuits, this is the perfect name! And you can always resort to calling them Kitty as a nickname.
2. Pearl
As the symbol of wisdom, Pearl is a gemstone-inspired name ideal for your clever kitty. It’s definitely one of the best names for a white female cat and has plenty of special meaning that you’re sure to adore.
3. Edelweiss
Whether you know it as the gorgeous white flower or the iconic song from The Sound of Music, this Austrian name is perfect for an all-white kitty. The mountain flower is Switzerland’s national flower and symbolizes courage and adventure.
It can also be shortened into a nickname like Edie, Della, or Delia.
4. Angel
While your little kitty may not be the perfect angel all the time, you can still name your cat after this spiritual being. And it doubles up as a term of endearment.
It works really well for a female cat but can also serve as a great coupled cat name for a male (like Angel and Buffy, the vampire from Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
5. Opal
Name your little lady after this precious gemstone. Not only is this mainly white stone incredibly beautiful, but it’s a short and sweet name that sounds very regal.
6. Claire (de Lune)
Inspired by the famous song by Charles Debussy, this name means ‘Moonlight’ and is a stunning name for your white cat.
7. Casper
Most people will know the name Casper as belonging to the friendly ghost from the animated cartoon series. But it also makes an excellent white male cat name, especially if you’ve got a tom cat that loves hiding away or executing surprise attacks.
8. Tic Tac
Not only is this name short and sweet, but when your cat curls up in a loaf position, he’ll look just like one!
9. Coconut
Another food-inspired white cat name, this one is perfect for a bouncing off-the-walls kind of cat. You can use nicknames like Coco and Nut.
If you don’t like any of these names, I’ve also listed plenty of other white cat names in various categories for you to choose from.
Famous White Cats
White cat lovers are everywhere, and there are some high-profile celebrities with these pretty kitties. Here are some iconic celebrities and their equally iconic white fluffballs.
- Olivia Benson — Taylor Swift
- Shanti Om Bb — Miley Cyrus
- Simone — Audrey Hepburn
- Little Man — Cameron Diaz
Foreign Inspiration: White Cat Names in Other Languages
English has plenty of stunning white cat names, but there are also many beautiful words with similar meanings from other languages. Have a look at a few of these striking foreign cat names.
- Neve — French for snow
- Papier — French for paper
- Shiro — Japanese for white
- Zima — Slavic for winter
- Yuki — Japanese for snow
Sweet and Unique White Cat Names
While cats can be elegant and poised, they can also be undoubtedly strange. They often do bizarre things like stare at you for ages or nibble your hair.
If you’re looking for a name to reflect your cat’s weird and wonderful personality, you’ll definitely want to read through these:
- Alaska
- Angelica
- Antarctica
- Aspen
- Blanche
- Boo
- Chalk
- Cotton
- Crest
- Crystal
- Diamond
- Eskimo
- Everest
- Flake
- Furby
- Ivory
- Marble
- Milky Way
- Monochrome
- Q-tip
- Talcum
- Yang
Names From White Cats in Disney Movies and Beyond
TV Shows, films, books, and graphic novels can be excellent places to look for the perfect white cat name. Whether your cat sleeps more in winter or they have an energetic personality, some of these may pique your interest:
- Azzie – The white cat from the horror film, Doctor Sleep
- Beowulf – From the well-known English poem Beowulf
- Bolt – From the Disney movie Bolt
- Captain Cold – DC comic book villain from The Flash
- Ciri – From the books, games, and TV series, The Witcher
- Dr. Emmett Brown or Emmett – From the Back To The Future franchise
- Dumbledore – From the Harry Potter books and movies
- Dutchess – From the Disney classic, The Aristocats
- Elsa – The Ice Queen from Disney’s Frozen
- Frozone – From Pixar’s The Incredibles
- Gandalf – From The Lord of the Rings series
- Geralt – From The Witcher
- Herbie – The talking VW Beetle
- Jack Frost – From Anglo-Saxon and Norse winter customs
- Jaws – From the cult movie, Jaws
- Jon Snow – From Game of Thrones
- Khaleesi – From Game of Thrones
- Killer Frost – Caitlin Snow’s cold alter ego from DC’s The Flash
- Marie – From Disney’s The Aristocats
- Mr. Freeze – The icy villain from DC’s Batman comics
- Mr. Tinkles – From the movie Cats & Dogs
- Olaf – The famous snowman from Disney’s Frozen
- Rabbit – Inspired by Alice in Wonderland
- Snowbell – From the book and movie Stuart Little
- Snow White – The Disney princess
- White Canary – From DC’s Legends of Tomorrow
- White Walker – A supernatural creature from Game of Thrones
- White Witch – From The Chronicles of Narnia
- Winter Soldier– From Marvel’s Captain America
- Yeti – The mythical monster from Himalayan folklore
Mystical Cat Names for White Kitties
Black cats are well-known for being mystical, but so are their white counterparts. These magical names can help reflect your kitty’s supernatural personality. And while you’re at it, why not look into a mystical-looking collar?
- Abracadabra
- Azrael
- Binx
- Charmed
- Equinox
- Eve (all hallows)
- Fang
- Frozen
- Ghost
- Mystique
- Phantom
- Poof
- Sabrina
- Scary
- Siren
- Spirit
- The White Shadow
- Whisper
- Wizard
White Cat Names Inspired by Food and Drinks
A strange but wonderful place to find names for your new white kitty is from food. There are plenty of white foods in your kitchen cupboard that can make adorable and unique names. And if you’re still lacking inspiration, you can always turn to a popular beverage.
- Brie
- Cashew
- Cauliflower
- Champagne
- Chardonnay (Char for short)
- Chowder
- Cream
- Cupcake
- Eggnog
- Feta
- Flour
- Ginger
- Gouda
- Icing
- Latte
- Lima bean
- Marshmallow
- Mayo
- Meringue
- Milky/ Milkshake
- Mojito
- Moonshine
- Mozzarella
- Muffin
- Noodle
- Pistachio
- Popcorn
- Popsicle
- Rice
- Sauvignon Blanc (nicknamed Savvy)
- Sugar
- Tofu
- Truffle
- Vanilla
- Vodka
- Yogurt
Nature Cat Names for Explorative White Felines
There are some beautiful natural wonders that make for awe-inspiring names. Read on for names inspired by flowers, seasons, weather, trees, and everything in between.
- Ash
- Avalanche (Ava for short)
- Blizzard
- Calla Lily
- Camellia
- Cloud
- Cosmo
- Daisy
- Fog
- Gardenia
- Glacier
- Icicle
- Icy
- Jasmine
- Lightning
- Lily
- Luna
- Magnolia
- Misty
- Moon
- Moonflower
- Moonlight
- Orchid
- Petunia
- Snow
- Snowball
- Snowdrop
- Snowflake
- Starlight
- Storm
- Winter
- Wisteria
Final Thoughts on the Best White Cat Names You’ll Ever Find
So that’s a wrap. You now know the nine best white cat names, as well as a bunch of quirky and unique alternatives.
Whether you choose to name your lovable character from pop culture or are looking more towards that all-natural approach, there’s plenty to choose from. And there’s no denying that you’re guaranteed to have a fun-loving life with your pure white feline.
Just make sure the name can fit on your cat’s name tag. After all, a name like Sir Fluffball the II is a bit of a mouthful, don’t you think?
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Amanda created and owns The Discerning Cat. A lifelong cat lover she is the proud parent of two Siberian cats, Alexei and Vladimir. She is passionate about understanding cats and different cat breeds.