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Cat Names That Start With Z

  1. Zeus

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Description:

      The supreme Olympian god represents a mighty image for a little fella to live up to, but more and more parents are beginning to consider it seriously. The Roman equivalent Jupiter has also come down to earth. And Zeus wasn't just the supreme god, he was also the god of the sky, thunder, lightning, and fate, among other weighty responsibilities.
  2. Zarina

    • Origin:

      Persian

    • Meaning:

      "a golden vessel"

    • Description:

      Derived from Persian zarin "golden", Zarina is a strong and sparkling name used in multiple languages, including Kazakh, Urdu and Malay. It was the name of an ancient Scythian queen, and also sounds very close to the Russian tsarina or czarina – the pre-revolutionary term for an empress of Russia.
  3. Zamir

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Arabic, Albanian

    • Meaning:

      "nightingale, song; heart, conscience, mind; good voice"

    • Description:

      An interesting bird name choice if you're seeking a nonbiblical Hebrew name. The zippy Z sound is appealing to more parents, and Zamir entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 2022 and was one of the fastest rising names in 2023.
  4. Zura

    • Origin:

      Chechen from Persian

    • Meaning:

      "strength"

    • Description:

      A rare name with elegant simplicity, Zura has several multicultural origins. It can be a Chechen adaptation of the Persian word for strength, or the Chechen version of Zahra. It is also known in Greece; and could be short for the color name Azura. Zura reappeared in the US charts in 2020 after a gap of over 100 years.
  5. Zada

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "fortunate, prosperous"

    • Description:

      Popular girls' name in Syria. In Yiddish, pronounced ZAE-dah, this is a term for grandfather.
  6. Zen

    • Origin:

      Japanese, form of Buddhism

    • Description:

      Parents searching for a simple, peaceful name may be attracted to this one.
  7. Zuzu

    • Origin:

      Czech diminutive of Susan

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      This sizzling nickname Zuzu is heard every Christmas as the name of Jimmy Stewart's little girl in "It's a Wonderful Life," but we love it all year round as a lively alternative to double names like Gigi and Bibi.

  8. Zaha

    • Description:

      Zaha is a distinctive feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It has Arabic origins where it can mean 'brilliant' or 'shining,' carrying connotations of brightness and radiance. The name gained international recognition through the renowned Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, whose innovative designs brought prominence to this formerly obscure name. In some African traditions, particularly Swahili, Zaha can also have meaningful connections. The name's brevity and symmetrical construction give it a modern, streamlined quality, while the soft 'z' and open 'a' sounds create a melodic flow. Despite its growing recognition, Zaha remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, making it distinctive without being difficult to pronounce. Parents might choose this name for its multicultural resonance, artistic associations, and beautiful meaning, as well as its elegant simplicity that works well across language boundaries.

  9. Zelma

    • Origin:

      German, diminutive of Anselma

    • Meaning:

      "God helmet"

    • Description:

      Familiar in the US, Brazil, and Latvia in the early 20th century, Zelma has been off the radar for some time. While the Selma-Thelma-Velma connection might date it, with Zelda and Alma sparking recent interest and clunky names holding new appeal, Zelma may be one to reconsider.
  10. Zenebe

    • Origin:

      Amharic

    • Meaning:

      "raining"

    • Description:

      Zenebe is an appealing name well-used in Ethiopia but rarely heard outside its native land. But it translates easily into English and Zen makes for a cool and attractive nickname. A winning choice for those looking for an African boys' names that bridges cultures.
  11. Zelig

    • Origin:

      Yiddish, variation of Selig

    • Meaning:

      "blessed, happy"

    • Description:

      Woody Allen introduced us to the name Zelig as the ever-morphing title character of his 1983 film. Zelig does have an upbeat meaning, and nickname Zelie makes it accessible for a girl, though it's an undeniably quirky choice for either gender.
  12. Zibby

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Description:

      Zibby is the adorable, zippy nickname for Elizabeth used for the lead female character in the film "Liberal Arts." Zibby can make a Libby for the 21st century.
  13. Zeldy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Zelda, Yiddish, English

    • Meaning:

      "gray fighting maid"

    • Description:

      Cute and quirky Zeldy adds some extra zip to Zelda — which is making its way back up the charts after decades out of the Top 1000.
  14. 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."
  15. Zeldin

    • Origin:

      Yiddish surname

    • Meaning:

      "son of Zelde"

    • Description:

      Zeldin originated as a surname, designating the son of a Zelde, and feels like a fresh Jewish baby name for the 21st century.
  16. Zanzibar

    • Origin:

      Swahili place name from Persian

    • Meaning:

      "black coast"

    • Description:

      Zanzibar is an island region off the coast of Tanzania. It's never been recorded as a baby name, but for those with a connection to Zanzibar, it's an intriguing and unique option chock full of zesty Zs.
  17. Ziazan

    • Origin:

      Armenian

    • Meaning:

      "rainbow"

    • Description:

      This intriguing name from Armenia has a lovely meaning "rainbow" and was used for the adorable protagonist of the film by the same name who hides in a suitcase and ends up going on an adventure to Turkey.