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Egyptian Cat Names

  1. Isis

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "throne"

    • Description:

      Isis has gone from magical, feminist name on the rise to the forbidden list because of the extremist terror group called ISIS, an acronym for Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. Unsurprisingly, Isis was one of the fastest-falling names in 2014, dropping 130 ranks to reach #706. Interestingly, however, since 2020, it has begun to see increased use again, and 2023 saw it given to 151 girls.
  2. Neith

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "divine mother"

    • Description:

      One of the more unusual mythology names for girls, Neith is the name of the Egyptian goddess of home and femininity.
  3. Eshe

    • Origin:

      African, Swahili

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      A variant of Asha, which is related to the classic Arabic name Aisha, yet another way to say life. Other on-the-rise names with this uplifting meaning: Zoe and Vivian varieties such as Viviana, Viveca, and Vivienne.
  4. Asenath

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "devoted to the goddess Neith"

    • Description:

      In the Old Testament, Asenath was the wife of Joseph and mother of Manesseh and Ephraim.
  5. Lapis

    • Origin:

      Persian

    • Meaning:

      "azure blue stone"

    • Description:

      Out-of-the-ordinary gemstone name derived from lapis lazuli, which is said to enhance awareness and intellect, impart ancient wisdom and cure many ailments, making it an interesting possibility for a blue-eyed girl. Lazuli — or Azure or Blue — are other options.
  6. Ife

    • Origin:

      African, Yoruba

    • Meaning:

      "love"

    • Description:

      Simple African name all-but-unknown in the U.S. and Europe, which is exactly why it might make a perfect choice. Similarity to such popular names as Ava and Eva (and the Irish Aoife) makes it more familiar, but potentially more confusing.
  7. Jabari

    • Origin:

      Swahili

    • Meaning:

      "comforter, bringer of consolation"

    • Description:

      Coolly attractive African name, with distinguished representatives in sports and literature. Jabari has been on the rise recently, returning to the US Top 1000 in 2023.
  8. Dalila

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "guide"

    • Description:

      Names that sound and/or are spelled like Dalila exist in several languages, from the Swahili Dalili to the Arabic Dalil to the Hebrew Delilah. A beautiful cross-cultural choice.
  9. Ramses

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "son of God"

    • Description:

      Ramses was the name of several kings in Ancient Egypt, including the long-reigning Ramses II, known as Ramses the Great. Unfortuntely, some may associate it with the condom brand name.
  10. Aaru

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "peaceful"

    • Description:

      Egyptian mythology place-name with an intriguing sound and appealingly peaceful meaning. Update for Aaron?
  11. Ahmed

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "greatly praised"

    • Description:

      This variation of Ahmad is one of the most popular Arabic names among Muslim families the world over and is now the most used spelling in the USA. It shares the same root as other popular Arabic names, including Muhammad and Hamid.
  12. Karim

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "noble, generous"

    • Description:

      Kareem is the more popular form in the US, thanks to basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, but Karim is right on his heels after being among the fastest-rising names of 2022. French soccer player Karim Benzema's recent success on the elite team Real Madrid may play in a part in the name's upswing.
  13. Akila

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "intelligent, logical"

    • Description:

      Akila, which can also be spelled Akilah, is a sleek, modern-feeling name with a strong meaning. Some sources say the name Akila may also be Egyptian or Swahili.
  14. Ahmad

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "most commended, praisworthy"

    • Description:

      As a form of the popular Arabic name, Hamid, Ahmad could be seen as a contraction for one of the 99 names for Allah, al-Ḥamīd, however, it might also be a variation of Muhammad as they share the same roots. Either way, the name has many variants of its own, the Urdu Ahmed, the Kazakh Akhmet, and West African Amadou.
  15. Ammon

    • Origin:

      Variation of Amman, German occupational name, Greek, Ancient Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "administrator; the hidden one"

    • Description:

      Ammon is connected to two religions in the US and is used exclusively between the two of them. Prior to the 1960s, Ammon was considered a solely Amish name. In the Amish community, Ammon is bestowed in honor of Jacob Amman, whom the Amish sect is named after.
  16. Aharon

    • Origin:

      Variation of Aaron, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "high mountain; exalted, enlightened"

    • Description:

      Aharon is one of the many variations of the Old Testament Aaron, one of the first Biblical patriarch names to become trendy in the modern world.
  17. Sadiki

    • Description:

      Sadiki is a masculine name of Swahili origin meaning "faithful" or "loyal." Common in East African countries, particularly Kenya and Tanzania, the name reflects the important value placed on trustworthiness and dedication in these cultures. Sadiki has grown in recognition globally as interest in African names has increased, though it remains relatively uncommon in Western countries. The name's melodic quality, with its alternating consonants and vowels, makes it both distinctive and pleasantly rhythmic to pronounce. The meaningful connotation of faithfulness makes Sadiki an attractive choice for parents seeking a name with clear positive attributes. As cultural diversity in naming practices expands, Sadiki represents a meaningful option that carries both cultural significance and an accessible sound pattern for various language speakers.

  18. Khepri

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "develop, create"

    • Description:

      In Ancient Egyptian mythology, Khepri is a scarab-faced god who represents the rising sun, as well as new life.
  19. Merneith

    • Origin:

      Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "beloved by Neith"

    • Description:

      An alluring ancient name with feminist history: Merneith was an Ancient Egyptian consort and ruler who may have been the first female pharaoh, and even the first queen regnant in all of recorded history. Her name's meaning refers to the Egyptian goddess Neith, linked to the domains of warfare, motherhood and protecting the dead. With Merneith's sound being similar to Meredith and the cute nickname Meri to boot, we could absolutely imagine this name on a modern baby girl.
  20. Bennu

    • Origin:

      Egyptian mythology

    • Meaning:

      "to rise in brilliance, to shine"

    • Description:

      Gentle sounding but with a bright and powerful meaning, Bennu is a name associated with both mythology and astronomy.