Cat Names That Start With M

An Asian name not widely known in the West.

Megumi

German philosopher and revolutionary socialist Karl Marx will be most people's immediate association with this uncommon name. The author of The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital is widely considered to be the father of international communism.

Marx

Madonna

A name that's appeared out of thin air, in the same vein as such mystical favorites as Destiny and Nevaeh.

Magic

A sleek, smooth, understated name off the grid in the US but among the Top 100 girl names in Germany. In the US, it is a unisex name, while in Germany and the Netherlands, it is predominantly feminine.

Merle

Adventurous parents are venturing deeper into the garden in search of fresh names, but remember that this also makes for an alcoholic brunch. 

Mimosa

Mittens is a common name for cats with mitten-like fur patterns on their paws. The word actually has feline origins — it shares a root with mite, an Old French pet name for a cat. It became linked with mittens because they were made of fur.

Mittens

Mittens is an unconventional masculine name that originated as a playful nickname before occasionally being adopted as a given name. Derived from the common noun for hand coverings, the name carries warm, cozy, and protective associations. While extremely rare as a formal name for humans, Mittens enjoys significant popularity as a pet name, particularly for cats with white paws resembling mittens. As a human name, it projects a whimsical, endearing quality that defies traditional naming conventions. The name emerged occasionally in the late 20th century as part of a broader trend toward unique, noun-based names. Despite its rarity in official records, Mittens offers undeniable charm and distinctiveness for parents seeking a truly unconventional choice with friendly, comforting associations.

Milou and her near-identical twin Malou are adorable names popular throughout Europe; they're contractions of Marie or Mary and Lou or Louise. The Malou spelling will probably be easier for English speakers to pronounce; Milou may be conflated with Milo.

 Fun fact: Milou is the French name of the dog Snowy in Tintin.

Milou

Save this for your next run to Starbucks. 

Mocha

Mochi is an adorable feminine name with Japanese origins, derived from the sweet rice cake dessert popular in Japanese cuisine. As a given name, Mochi evokes qualities of sweetness, softness, and cultural connection. It follows the modern trend of food-inspired names that convey warmth and comfort. While relatively uncommon as a human name, Mochi has gained popularity as a pet name, particularly for cats and dogs with round, soft appearances. As a human name, it offers a unique, multicultural option that resonates with parents seeking names that are both cute and culturally significant. The name carries connotations of sweetness, joy, and the cherished cultural traditions associated with making and sharing mochi during Japanese celebrations.

Mochi

Mochi is a unique masculine name that draws inspiration from Japanese culture, where mochi refers to a traditional sweet rice cake with a soft, chewy texture. As a name, it carries connotations of sweetness, cultural appreciation, and distinctiveness. Though not traditionally used as a given name in Japan, Mochi has gained some popularity internationally among parents seeking uncommon, culturally diverse options. The name has a playful, approachable quality with its short length and friendly sound. Some parents might choose it for its food connection, similar to other culinary-inspired names, or for its cute, memorable quality. Mochi represents modern naming trends that embrace cross-cultural influences and unconventional inspirations.

A sweet and simple nickname for Marie that could serve to freshen up the outdated full form.

Momoko is a Japanese name meaning "peach child." It's also the name of a character in the popular Sailor Moon manga series.

Momoko

A mystical word name, most often reserved for black cats, Midnight conjures up darkness and the liminal space between the end of one day and the beginning of the next. It has seen some use as a baby name however, and was chosen by celebs Nicole Richie and Joel Madden for their son's middle name in 2009, and then by social media star, Jasmine Chiswell for her son's first name in 2022.
 
The name first entered the US stats back in 2005 for girls, but 2022 saw it rank for boys for the first time when 5 babies were given the name.

Midnight

A dark, mystical choice, most often used for black cats, Midnight is a relatively new addition to the baby pool. It was used as a middle name by Nicole Richie and Joel Madden for their son in 2009, and then by social media star, Jasmine Chiswell in 2022 for her son's first name. 
 
The name first entered the US stats in 2005, and was given to around 20 babies since 2020.

Sixties-style nickname which is also the name of a small biting insect, particularly prevalent in Scotland.

Midge

Merilee and Merrilee were early respelled or word names, ahead of their time in some ways. Merrilee hit the Top 1000 for a couple of years in the 1940s, but last year no baby girls were given either version of the name in the US, which makes it more appealing.

Merilee

It's a car brand, a planet, and the messenger of the gods -- but it's questionable whether it works as a little girl's name. 

Mercury

Melor is the name of a Breton saint who in legend was also a prince, suggesting he was the son of a Cornish king (Mylor is the Cornish variation of the name). Melor was said to have a foot and hand made of silver,
 In addition, Melor is a historical oddity: a name composed of the initial letters of the words Marx, Engels, Lenin, October, and Revolution., created by Communist parents eager to reject traditional names for their children.

Melor

Female cat names that start with M currently in the Top 100 cat names include 

Mia, Molly, Millie, Maggie, Mochi, Minnie, Missy, Mittens, Misty, Mimi, Midnight, Mila, Maya, Mama, 

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Male cat names that start with M in the Top 100 cat names include 

Milo, Max, Mochi, Merlin, Momo, Mango, Murphy, Moose, Mac, Midnight, 

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