Cat Names That Start With P

Patches
- Origin:
  English word name
- Description:
  Most likely to be borne by a spotted cat or dog.
Pinto
- Origin:
  Latin
- Meaning:
  "mottled"

Peppy
- Origin:
  Word name or short form of Pepper, English and Latin from Sanskrit
- Meaning:
  "the pepper plant"
- Description:
  Peppy is undeniably cute, but we bet that after a while the jokes aren't.
Piano
- Origin:
  Music name
- Description:
  If Banjo can be a name, why not Piano? Could be inspired by prize-winning architect Renzo Piano.
Piritta
- Origin:
  Finnish variation of Birgitta
- Meaning:
  "strength; exalted one"
- Description:
  Leads to sweeter short forms Pirjo and Pirkko.

Peabody
- Origin:
  English
- Meaning:
  "having the body of a gnat"
- Description:
  Peabody is a quintessentially Waspy surname that your child won't thank you for -- either the pea part or the body part, or the meaning part.
Pebbles
- Origin:
  English, word name
- Description:
  As the former stage name of TLC founder Perri Reid and the name of the youngest member of the animated Flintstones clan, it's got some pop culture cache. But it'll be too cutesy by half for most parents.
Pirkko
- Origin:
  Diminutive of Piritta, Finnish
- Meaning:
  "strength; exalted one"
- Description:
  Cute and quirky nickname that stands on its own in Finland.

Pumpkin
- Origin:
  English word name
- Meaning:
  "pumpkin"
- Description:
  A common name for orange-colored cats. Fun fact: the word pumpkin is derived from the Greek pepōn, translating to "large melon."
Pipistrelle
- Origin:
  French
- Meaning:
  "bat"
Paziva
- Description:
  Paziva is a rare feminine name likely derived from Hebrew origins. It appears to be related to the Hebrew word 'paz' meaning 'golden' or 'fine gold,' possibly with connections to peace (paz/pax). The feminine ending '-iva' creates a melodic, flowing quality. This uncommon name carries an exotic and distinctive sound while potentially expressing aspirational qualities of preciousness and tranquility. Paziva remains extremely rare in usage worldwide, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a truly unique name with meaningful roots. Its musical sound features gentle consonants and open vowels, creating a name that feels both substantial and graceful. The name's rarity ensures individuality while its intuitive pronunciation makes it accessible.

Peanut
- Origin:
  Word name
- Description:
  Peanut is a name you might call a baby in the womb, but at least one set of parents put it on the birth certificate too. General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku named their son Peanut Kai.
Precious
- Origin:
  Latin word name
- Meaning:
  "of great worth, expensive"
- Description:
  Though many might find it too syrupy, hundreds of parents each year choose this name for their daughters to make them feel special. Precious Ramotswe is the engaging African sleuth in the popular No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.

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