Pet Names · Cat Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Swedish variation of Richiza, German
"wealthy"
Rikissa is an old Swedish name famously borne by Rikissa Birgersdotter, Queen of Norway. Her name was derived from the Germanic Richiza, which is derived from the same source as Richard. That makes…
Diminutive of Richiza, Richenza, or Rikissa, German
A nickname for medieval names such as Richenza and Rikissa, which were derived from the Germanic name Richiza. RIxa could easily be adapted for modern use, particularly if you're looking to honor a…
Japanese
"prosperity"
Unisex Japanese name used by the singer Thalia as her daughter Sabrina's middle.
French
"smooth, shiny"
Sensuous to a fault.
Satine, the name of the Nicole Kidman character in Moulin Rouge, , is, by definition satiny smooth. Jacinda Barrett named her daughter Satine Anais.
English
"unexpected good fortune"
A unique virtue name with a sound as happy and lively as its meaning.
Tama is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Māori tradition, it typically means 'child' or 'son' though it's used for girls in other contexts. In Japanese, Tama can mean…
French, fortune-telling cards
A unique New Age possibility with a pleasing sound.
Latin
"third"
Tertia—which is occasionally used in the UK, but rarely in the US, would make an unconventional but interesting possibility for the third child in a family. Terza and Terzo are lively Italian…
Italian
Pretty, zippy and almost unknown, this Italian name would suit a third child.
"animal name"
Made familiar as a baby name via Tiger Woods, whose birth name is Eldrick. The golf star has made it a viable option for baby boys, and a handful of girls are also given the name each year in the US.
Diminutive of Beatrice, Latin
"she who brings happiness; blessed"
Triss is a short form of Beatrice used for one of the heroic characters in The Witcher . She is a sorceress and ally of the protagonist Geralt whose magic is used for good.
"place where three roads meet"
Trivia is considered the first epithet of Diana, the Roman goddess of hunting, fertility, and the moon. The name is derived from the Latin word trivium , meaning "triple way," which refers to the…
Surname
"trinity"
This unusual surname name has been made famous by Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario. Troian is a family name on her father's maternal side, possibly meaning "of Troy", but more likely…
Greek
"fortune"
Tyche is the goddess of luck and fate in Greek mythology. Her Roman equivalent is, fittingly, Fortuna.
Teutonic
One of several three-letter U-a names -- Uda, Ula, Uma, Una -- take your pick.
German
"prosperity, riches"
Medieval name that still hasn't crossed the ocean, known here primarily via actress/teacher Uta Hagen.
English word name
"prosperous, rich"
A rich possibility that fits in with today's rising names such as Cash, Currency, and Million, though we think a name meaning rich, regal, or blessed would be better. Historically, the name Wealthy…
American diminutive of Winifred, Welsh
"blessed peacemaking"
Winnet is a long-forgotten nickname for Winifred that was used in the US in the 18th and 19th centuries. These days, it's more often found in South Africa.
