Cat Names That Start With S

  1. Sonata
    • Origin:

      Music name
    • Description:

      Undiscovered musical form melodious enough to be a hit on the name charts.
  2. Slash
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "slash"
    • Description:

      Slash is here because model Amber Rose and Def Jam Records exec Alexander AE Edwards named their baby boy Slash Electric Alexander. Is it cool? Or is it violent and terrifying? Or is it both? We're going to go with Door Number 2 and place it in the same category as names like Dagger and Pistol, but we are not models or record execs.
  3. Shadow
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "shade"
    • Description:

      Better for a dog.
  4. Stormy
    • Origin:

      Word name; variation of Storm
    • Description:

      Stormy is on the rise following the birth of Kylie Jenner's daughter Stormi, although the starbaby's spelling has taken over the lead.
  5. Sundance
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "sun dance"
    • Description:

      Long synonymous with the American outlaw Harry Longabaugh, aka The Sundance Kid, who got his nickname from the town of Sundance, Wyoming, where he was incarcerated as a teenager. The place name Sundance was taken from the sun dance ceremony practiced by local Native American tribes.
  6. Swain
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "knight's attendant"
    • Description:

      Old-fashioned, conjuring up an ardent suitor in a bow tie and straw boater.
  7. Shyam
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "dark, black, blue"
    • Description:

      Shyam is one of the alternate names of Hindu God Krishna.
  8. Seeley
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "blessed, happy"
    • Description:

      Surname name with an uplifting meaning. Just beware that this is a well-known mattress brand.
  9. Supreme
    • Description:

      Supreme is a masculine English word name that embodies concepts of highest authority, power, and excellence. As a given name, it reflects aspirational qualities parents might wish for their child—to be outstanding, superior, or at the pinnacle of achievement. While uncommon as a first name throughout most of naming history, Supreme began appearing more frequently in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in American culture. The rise of the name coincides with broader trends toward unique virtue names and may also connect to its use in popular culture, including the influential streetwear brand Supreme. Though still rare, it appeals to parents seeking a powerful, distinctive name with clear positive connotations.
  10. Stanislav
    • Origin:

      Slavic
    • Meaning:

      "someone who achieves glory or fame"
    • Description:

      A long-haired classical conductor name, which could appeal to parents looking for a Laszlo-like appellation. A name of Slavic origin, it has a powerful and uplifting meaning.
  11. Symphony
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Name that makes a dramatic musical statement.
  12. Salmon
    • Origin:

      Animal name
    • Meaning:

      "salmon, a fish"
    • Description:

      nature namesare in, and even fish names like Pike and Salmon are open for consideration.
  13. Snowdrop
    • Description:

      Snowdrop is a delicate nature-inspired feminine name derived from the early-blooming white flower that often emerges while snow still covers the ground. This botanical name symbolizes hope, purity, and resilience as snowdrops are among the first flowers to bloom at winter's end. Though uncommon as a given name, Snowdrop belongs to the category of modern flower and nature names that have gained popularity in recent decades. The name carries a whimsical, ethereal quality that appeals to parents drawn to nature-themed names. Snowdrop combines the purity associations of snow with the gentle beauty of a small flower, creating a name that's both distinctive and meaningful.
  14. Sendoa
    • Origin:

      Basque
    • Meaning:

      "strong"
    • Description:

      Relatively unknown outside of its native region, Sendoa is an intriguing international name with a strong meaning.
  15. Selket
    • Origin:

      Egyptian
    • Meaning:

      "(she who) tightens the throat, (she who) causes the throat to breathe"
    • Description:

      Also spelled Selqet, Serket and Serqet, Selket was the Ancient Egyptian goddess of the scorpions and of magic. She was a helpful goddess and protected souls on their journey to the afterlife. She is also associated with childbirth (potentially making her a great choice for the daughter of a midwife or obstetrician). Her connection to scorpions is a symbol of her power and makes her a good namesake for a child born under the zodiac sign of Scorpio.
  16. Seeley
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "blessed, happy"
    • Description:

      Seeley is a Medieval surname with a happy, fortunate meaning.
  17. Sonatina
    • Origin:

      Italian, musical term
    • Description:

      Makes SONATA even more feminine and musical
  18. Sakae
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "prosperity"
    • Description:

      Unisex Japanese name used by the singer Thalia as her daughter Sabrina's middle.
  19. Salinger
    • Origin:

      French, Saint Léger
    • Description:

      Fervent fans of The Catcher in the Rye might want to consider this as a literary tribute. More mainstream alternative: Holden.
  20. Sherry
    • Origin:

      Phonetic variation of French Cheri; also a Spanish fortified wine
    • Description:

      Peppy cheerleader name of the 1960s and 70s that's sure to evoke the Four Seasons song of that name.