Black cats get a bad rap. To many people, they are a sign of bad luck and all sorts of negativity. The stigma surrounding these cats can sometimes be worse than someone wearing a pair of black Air Force 1s in the wrong neighbourhood. Now that’s bad. Honestly, I never understood why, since their black coats just bring out their eyes more. My sister has one, and this cutie just looks amazing.
In this article, I’m going to try and put a halo on these cats by finding beautiful black kitty names. This means I want to find names that portray black cats in a positive way. Finding names for black cats should be fun, so let’s get going!
Black Cat Names
Black cat names Male
- Coal (KOHL) – Inspired by the deep blackness of coal.
- Dagger (DAG-ur) – A fierce and sharp name for a sleek black cat.
- Draco (DRAY-koh) – Latin for “dragon,” for a cat with a fierce yet noble presence.
- Duskie (DUS-kee) – A softer take on “Dusk,” great for a cat with deep, rich fur.
- Ebon (EH-bun) – Derived from “Ebony,” symbolizing deep black elegance.
- Eclipse (e-KLIPS) – Inspired by the darkening of the sun or moon, perfect for a mysterious feline.
- Inky (IN-kee) – For a cat as dark as spilled ink.
- Jettie (JET-ee) – Derived from “Jet,” a deep black gemstone, fitting for a sleek black cat.
- Knight (NITE) – Inspired by the dark and noble warriors, ideal for a regal cat.
- Licor (LIH-kor) – Inspired by black licorice, perfect for a sweet yet dark cat.
- Maverick (MAV-rik) – For an independent, bold, and adventurous black cat.
- Midnight (MID-nite) – Great name for a cat that rules the night.
- Morri (MOR-ee) – Short for “Morrigan,” the Celtic goddess associated with fate and war.
- Myst (MIST) – Short for “Mystery,” for a cat that keeps you guessing.
- Noir (NWAHR) – French for “black,” a sophisticated choice for a refined cat.
- Obie (OH-bee) – Short for “Obsidian,” referencing the volcanic black glass.
- Obsidian (ob-SID-ee-an) – Named after the volcanic glass, fitting for a sleek black cat.
- Omen (OH-men) – A dramatic name for a cat with an air of mystery.
- Onyx (AH-niks) – Named after the dark and powerful gemstone, ideal for a regal cat.
- Panther (PAN-thur) – Inspired by the majestic and powerful black panther.
- Phantom (FAN-tum) – Perfect for a cat that moves like a shadow in the night.
- Raven (RAY-vin) – Inspired by the intelligent and mystical black bird.
- Sable (SAY-bul) – Evoking the deep black fur of the elegant sable animal.
- Salem (SAY-lum) – A classic name inspired by the famous black cat from pop culture.
- Shadow (SHA-doh) – A classic name for a cat that blends into the darkness.
- Spade (SPAYD) – Inspired by the dark-colored suit in a deck of cards.
- Stormy (STOR-mee) – A name for a black cat with a wild and mysterious aura.
- Suit (SOOT) – As in the black-suited Spiderman. Eventually worn by the antihero Venom.
- Vader (VAY-dur) – Inspired by the iconic dark character from pop culture.
- Velvy (VEL-vee) – Inspired by “Velvet,” for a cat with a soft, luxurious coat.
- Vanty (VAN-tee) – Inspired by “Vantablack,” one of the darkest substances known.
- Vesper (VES-pur) – Inspired by the evening star, perfect for a nighttime prowler.
- Vortex (VOR-teks) – Inspired by the powerful, swirling darkness, great for a dynamic cat.
- Zorro (ZOR-oh) – Named after the masked vigilante, ideal for a stealthy cat.
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Black cat names Female
- Beam (BEEM) – As in a “beam” of light in the dark. A contrasting effect for a black cat that is a joy to be around.
- Calypso (kuh-LIP-soh) – Named after the nymph from Greek mythology.
- Clara (KLAH-ruh) – A name that means “bright,” perfect for a cat with a luminous presence in the dark.
- Cinder (SIN-dur) – Inspired by dark, ashy embers, fitting for a smoldering presence.
- Cindrie (SIN-dree) – Derived from “Cinder,” for a smoldering, dark beauty.
- Coco (KOH-koh) – Inspired by the dark color of cocoa beans.
- Dahlia (DAH-lee-uh) – Named after the dark-colored flower. Ideal for a dark-colored cat.
- Duska (DUS-kuh) – Inspired by “Dusk,” for a cat with deep, rich fur.
- Ember (EM-bur) – Inspired by the glowing remnants of a fire, fitting for a smoldering presence.
- Galaxy (GAL-uhk-see) – Inspired by the vast, star-filled space, perfect for a cosmic cat.
- Jinx (JINX) – Perfect for a cat with a magical and mischievous aura.
- Lumikki (LOO-mee-kee) – Finnish for “snow white,” adding a touch of contrast and intrigue.
- Midnie (MID-nee) – Short for “Midnight,” ideal for a cat that rules the night.
- Mocha (MOH-kuh) – For a cat with a dark and rich presence.
- Mysteria (mis-TEER-ee-uh) – For a cat with an air of enigma and mystery.
- Mystery (MIS-tuh-ree) – For a cat that keeps you guessing.
- Mystique (mis-TEEK) – For a cat with an air of enigma and charm.
- Nebula (NEB-yuh-luh) – Inspired by the vast, starry regions of space.
- Nightshade (NITE-shade) – Inspired by the dark and mysterious plant.
- Nisha (NEE-sha) – Sanskrit for “night,” ideal for a nocturnal feline.
- Noira (NWAH-ruh) – A feminine take on “Noir,” the French word for black.
- Nocti (NOK-tee) – Short for “Nocturne,” a name linked to the beauty of the night.
- Nyxie (NIK-see) – Inspired by “Nyx,” the Greek goddess of the night, perfect for a mysterious feline.
- Opal (OH-pul) – Named after the dark and iridescent gemstone, for a gorgeous black cat.
- Ravie (RAY-vee) – Inspired by the sleek and intelligent raven, ideal for a cat with a black coat.
- Sorcha (SOR-kha) – Gaelic for “brightness,” an elegant name for a mysterious cat. The ideal name to create a contrasting effect for a beautiful black cat.
- Stella (STEL-uh) – Latin for “star,” for a cat that shines in the dark.
- Tempest (TEM-pest) – A name for a black cat with a stormy and wild presence.
- Twilight (TWI-lite) – Inspired by the time when day meets night, perfect for a dusky cat.
- Vixen (VIK-sen) – For a cat with a sly and cunning personality.
- Zelie (ZAY-lee) – Inspired by “Zélie,” meaning “solemn” and “magical” in French origins.
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Cat names for black cats have to be some of the most spectacular I’ve ever seen. Names like Nebula, Opal, and Eclipse just sound so awesome. I can imagine the looks on people’s faces when they hear any of these names as your kitty comes in the room. Talk about making an entrance. Happy naming!