Boy Cat Names That Start With H
- Haydn
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"heathen"Description:
Some music-minded parents might consider this especially as a middle name, to honor the great Austrian composer.
- Horton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"gray settlement"Description:
Sweet and southern-feeling, maybe thanks to Horton Foote, author of Tender Mercies and The Trip to Bountiful, not to mention the Dr. Seuss connection.
- Hubie
Description:
Hubie is primarily a masculine name functioning as a diminutive form of Hubert, which comes from Germanic origins meaning 'bright heart' or 'bright mind.' This friendly, approachable nickname has an inherently casual and affectionate quality. While Hubert has historical significance—having been borne by several saints and European nobility—Hubie represents its more playful, informal cousin. The name peaked in familiarity mid-20th century but has since become uncommon. Many may recognize it from the Adam Sandler character Hubie Dubois in 'Hubie Halloween.' Though rarely used as a legal given name, Hubie maintains a charm that evokes mid-century Americana and carries a warm, unpretentious character that some parents might find appealing for its vintage feel and friendly sound.
- Hickory
Origin:
Plant name from AlgonquianMeaning:
"hickory"
- Huntley
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"meadow of the hunter"Description:
Huntley was best known as Brinkley's fellow news anchor back in the 60s and 70s, while in the UK, it might still be linked to a high profile murder case. Nevertheless, this surname style choice feels tough, trendy, preppy, and outdoorsy at the same time and may fit in with the likes of Hunter, Wesley, and Bentley.
- Hammett
Origin:
English surnameDescription:
A possibility for fans of the mystery writer, but most parents would prefer Dashiell.
- Hieronymous
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"sacred name"Description:
A name used in Germany and Holland as a form of Jerome, it's the unlikely moniker of fictional detective Hieronymous "Harry" Bosch.
- Hartman
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"hard, strong man"Description:
A viable choice that may be growing on your family tree. Hartman Turnbow was a part of Mississippi's "First Fourteen", the first group of African Americans who attempted to register to vote in the state.
- Hobbes
Origin:
English variation of RobertMeaning:
"bright fame"Description:
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 refined feel.
- Hoover
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"owner of a patch of farmland"Description:
A huve is 40 acres of land, so the occupational name Hoover refers to the farmer who owned and worked it. Hoover also relates to the rock band, the vacuum cleaner, the dam, and former FBI head J. Edgar.
- Hemingway
Origin:
English place nameDescription:
No matter how much you love the novels of Papa H., don't saddle your son with this unwieldy appellation.
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