Boy Cat Names That Start With H

Hari

Hindu

"dark, tawny"

Familiar via Harry, but much more worldly.

Hobbes

English variation of Robert

"bright fame"

All varieties of Hob are antiquated nicknames for Robert, though this one has the "Calvin and Hobbes" cartoon association too. It may also be linked to philosopher Thomas Hobbes, giving it a more…

Hume

Scottish variation of Holmes

Distinguished actor Hume Cronyn (who shared his father's name) put this unusual choice in the lexicon.

Herbie

Herbie is a diminutive form of Herbert, a Germanic name combining 'hari' (army) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright warrior' or 'illustrious soldier.' Popularized in the mid-20th century, Herbie…

Howie

Howie is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Howard, though it's now often used as an independent given name. Howard derives from the Old Norse name Hávarðr, meaning "high or…

Hammett

English surname

A possibility for fans of the mystery writer, but most parents would prefer Dashiell.

Hilooha

Choctaw, Native American

"thunder"

Thunderous name with Native American origins.

Halston

English

"hallowed stone"

This choice feels more familiar than other hall-related English surnames, thanks to designer Halston, the single-named disco-era society playmate of Liza and Elton.

Hermes

Greek mythology name

"cairn, pile of stones, boundary marker"

These days, some may think of Hermes as an upscale brand name like Chanel and Porsche (spelled as Hermès), or a strange choice thanks to the parcel delivery company. However, with names from Greek…

Hadrian

Latin

"from the Adriatic; dark-haired"

Most parents would find this old Roman name pretentious compared to the more accessible Adrian, but some history buffs just might want to commemorate the enlightened emperor.

Haze

Word name

Trippy variation on Hayes, popular enough to have been given to 135 baby boys in the US last year.