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Egyptian Cat Names

  1. Nen

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "ancient waters"

    • Description:

      Couldn't be simpler...or more worldly — though it could lead to some head-scratching.
  2. Ramses

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "son of God"

    • Description:

      Ramses was the name of several kings in Ancient Egypt, including the long-reigning Ramses II, known as Ramses the Great. Unfortuntely, some may associate it with the condom brand name.
  3. Mariam

    • Origin:

      Arabic variation of Mary

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      Popular among parents with Arab roots. Also found as Maryam.
  4. Aharon

    • Origin:

      Variation of Aaron, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "high mountain; exalted, enlightened"

    • Description:

      Aharon is one of the many variations of the Old Testament Aaron, one of the first Biblical patriarch names to become trendy in the modern world.
  5. Isis

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "throne"

    • Description:

      Isis has gone from magical, feminist name on the rise to the forbidden list because of the extremist terror group called ISIS, an acronym for Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. Unsurprisingly, Isis was one of the fastest-falling names in 2014, dropping 130 ranks to reach #706. Interestingly, however, since 2020, it has begun to see increased use again, and 2023 saw it given to 151 girls.
  6. Nefertiti

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "the beautiful one has arrived"

    • Description:

      This ancient Egyptian queen's name would be best saved for a cat.
  7. Maye

    • Description:

      Maye is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, primarily derived from the Old French word 'mai' referring to the month of May, symbolizing springtime, renewal, and growth. Alternatively, it may come from the Irish Gaelic 'Mágh' meaning 'plain' or serve as a variant of Mae or May. The name carries a vintage charm that has experienced modest revivals in contemporary naming trends. Notably, the name gained some recognition through Maye Musk, model and mother of entrepreneur Elon Musk. With its short, sweet sound and positive seasonal associations, Maye offers simplicity with substance. Its single-syllable clarity combined with the distinctive 'ye' ending creates a name that balances classic appeal with a touch of uniqueness.
  8. Seb

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "God of the earth"

    • Description:

      This name, more recognized as a short form of Sebastian, is perfectly usable a cool full name, and, in fact, ranks on the UK popularity list. Seb is getting lot of attention as the nickname name of the Ryan Gosling character in the hit film La La Land.
  9. Egypt

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Meaning:

      "the house of the soul of Ptah"

    • Description:

      Place names like Memphis, Harlem, Cairo, Vienna, Milan, and Astoria are right on trend at the moment, and Egypt could fit in, thanks to its similarity in sound to the likes of Edith and Eden. Alicia Keys used the name for her son back in 2010, but before that, it was used as a stage name for three famous belly dancers.
  10. Abubakar

    • Description:

      Abubakar is a masculine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It honors Abu Bakr, the first caliph after Prophet Muhammad and one of his closest companions. The name literally means 'father of the camel' or 'father of the young camel' in Arabic. Widely used throughout Muslim communities worldwide, Abubakar (also spelled Abu Bakr, Aboubakr, or Aboubacar) carries tremendous religious and historical importance. The name is particularly common in West Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia. Parents choose this name to connect their sons to Islamic heritage and to inspire qualities associated with Abu Bakr, who was known for his wisdom, honesty, and devotion. Despite its traditional roots, the name continues to be widely used in contemporary Muslim families.

  11. Shakir

    • Description:

      Shakir is a masculine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'thankful' or 'grateful'. It derives from the Arabic root 'shakara', which expresses gratitude and appreciation. The name is widely used throughout Muslim communities around the world and carries positive connotations of gratitude to God. Shakir appears in Islamic tradition as one of the 99 attributes of Allah. While not among the most common names in Western countries, it has gained recognition globally as cultural boundaries become more fluid. The name is appreciated for its meaningful significance and melodious pronunciation.

  12. Mahmoud

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "praiseworthy"

    • Description:

      Historic name commonly found in the Arab world.
  13. Zuberi

    • Origin:

      Swahili

    • Meaning:

      "strong"

    • Description:

      Zuberi has separate origins as a Swahili given name meaning "strong," and an Arabic surname — primarily among Sunni Muslims in Pakistan — meaning "superior."
  14. Lapis

    • Origin:

      Persian

    • Meaning:

      "azure blue stone"

    • Description:

      Out-of-the-ordinary gemstone name derived from lapis lazuli, which is said to enhance awareness and intellect, impart ancient wisdom and cure many ailments, making it an interesting possibility for a blue-eyed girl. Lazuli — or Azure or Blue — are other options.
  15. Femi

    • Origin:

      Yoruba

    • Description:

      A short form of the masculine name Olufemi, which means "the Lord loves me". Femi is also used as a standalone name for both genders, meaning "love me".
  16. Eshe

    • Origin:

      African, Swahili

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      A variant of Asha, which is related to the classic Arabic name Aisha, yet another way to say life. Other on-the-rise names with this uplifting meaning: Zoe and Vivian varieties such as Viviana, Viveca, and Vivienne.
  17. Ammon

    • Origin:

      Variation of Amman, German occupational name, Greek, Ancient Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "administrator; the hidden one"

    • Description:

      Ammon is connected to two religions in the US and is used exclusively between the two of them. Prior to the 1960s, Ammon was considered a solely Amish name. In the Amish community, Ammon is bestowed in honor of Jacob Amman, whom the Amish sect is named after.
  18. Horus

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "sun god"

    • Description:

      Sounds like Horace, looks like the head of a hawk on the body of a human.
  19. Bennu

    • Origin:

      Egyptian mythology

    • Meaning:

      "to rise in brilliance, to shine"

    • Description:

      Gentle sounding but with a bright and powerful meaning, Bennu is a name associated with both mythology and astronomy.
  20. Asenath

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "devoted to the goddess Neith"

    • Description:

      In the Old Testament, Asenath was the wife of Joseph and mother of Manesseh and Ephraim.