Nature Cat Names

Flora and operatic in style, Giacinta comes from the Greek Hyacinthus, itself derived from the name of the purple hyacinth flower. The Italian relative of Spanish Jacinta, Giacinta is also the name of a saint, noted for her devotion to taking care of the sick and the poor, along with the elderly and prisoners too. 
 
The 19th century operatic soprano and musical salon owner Giacinta Toso is one notable bearer, while another (fictional) Giacinta appears in the James Bond movie, Die Another Day, played by Halle Berry, and better known as Jinx. The name of one of Rochester's mistresses in Charlotte Brontë's novel Jane Eyre, a more contemporary bearer is Princess Giacinta Ruspoli of Cerveteri, Italy.

Giacinta

Quirky tree name with baby name potential.

Ginkgo

Nature names are often associated with Spring and Summer, but Glacier is ideal for a winter baby.

Glacier

A floral name with a sharp, cool meaning, Gladiola derives rom the Latin gladiolus, translating to "little sword", and given in reference to the spiked shape of gladioli flowers. This form appears in the 1991 novel and 1995 film How to Make an American Quilt, borne by a character who goes by "Glady Jo".
 
The name was given in small numbers in the early 20th-century, but fell out of use in the 1940s. The film and book character brought about a tiny resurgence of the name, when it was given to 10 girls in the 90s. 
 
Gladiola could make an interesting update on Gladys, an alternative to Magnolia, and and fun compromise for those who love frilly botanicals names but enjoy strong, powerful ones too.

Gladiola

Former traditional male name now in middle-aged limbo, but with a nice naturey meaning to endear it to modern parents. Actress Glenn Close is a famous female bearer.

Glen

There's a whole quarry of rocky names parents are now considering: Slate, Flint, etc. , but this one is particularly hard-edged and problematic. 

Granite

Grove

Suggests the salty, windswept air of the seashore. 

Gull

This highly unusual name -- the Halycyone was a mythic bird who could calm the seas -- conjures up images of utter peace and tranquility because of the phrase "Halycon days"...and the sleeping pill. 

Halcyon

Unless it was your grandmother's maiden name, and you're using it in the middle place, we don't think so. Could be confused with Hazelden, a leading rehab facility. 

Hazelton

Despite the beauty of this flower's appearance and fragrance, this is one of the clumsier flower names.

Heliotrope

Possible middle name for devotees of detective Sherlock...or the actress Katie.

Holmes

Hydra is the largest of the 88 constellations, whose name was inspired by Hydra of Lerna, a serpentine, multi-headed monster of Greek mythology who resided in Lake Lerna.

Hydra

Prettier than the other name the plant goes by, Hortensia.

Hydrangea

Like Violet, Lavender and Lilac, Ianthe is a purple flower name. Chosen by the poet Shelley for his daughter, Ianthe has a poetic, romantic, almost ethereal quality. In the ancient myth, she was the daughter of Oceanus, supreme ruler of the sea, and also a Cretan woman so beautiful that when she died the Gods made purple flowers grow around her grave.
 Iantha is also used.
 Ianthe was a favorite of the pastoral poets of the seventeenth century and then again in the early nineteenth. She appears in the works of Shelley, Barbara Pym and Georgette Heyer. Writer Richard Brautigan named his daughter Ianthe.

Ianthe

This Yaygir Aboriginal name is the name of two towns in Australia and is also occasionally spotted as a name. Meaning "by the sea" the name is perfect for beach-going families.

Iluka

Isla is a contemporary gem, so why not Isle? As an English word name, it takes you straight to the literal definition — a small island — which could have an appealing, aspirational ring to it, for those wanting to raise independent children.
 
Despite having the sharp, bright sounds of Isla, Iris, and Ivy, a similar end to Hazel and Mabel, and h all the same letters as Elsie, Isle has yet to appear in the US stars. What is it then that puts parents off?
 
Maybe because the proximity to shop aisle or the fact it rhymes with eyeful? Perhaps it just hasn't been discovered? Still, with word names in vogue and names relating to the sea piquing interest, could Isle — or even Islet (Islette?), Quay, or Shore — be next?

Isle

Ixora is a type of flowering plant which in tropical climates flower all year round. Ixora is important in Hindu worship. Ixora is also the name of an album by Florida-based band Copeland. 

Ixora

Distinctive and charming nature name that blends elements of Jacqueline and Amanda. 

Jacaranda

Jaguar

Nature names are a perfect fit for cats, connecting your kitty with the wider, wilder world. You can name your cat after a bird (the irony!), another animal (Tiger, maybe?), a flower, a tree, or even a constellation.

Nature names are trending for babies, and the same nature names are trending for cats. The most 

 include Luna, which means moon; Lily, for the flower; and Bear, for a cat that's very fierce.

 too. If you like botanical names, you might consider Acacius or Zinnea. You can choose a fierce nature name like Jaguar, a hard name like Flint, or a soft dreamy nature name such as Cloud or Oleander.

Here are hundreds of nature names of all types that might be right for your kitten or cat.

Nature names for cats including flower names for cats, tree names for cats, bird names for cats, and other animal names for cats (Page 22)

Nature Names for Cats