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Egyptian Cat Names
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Eshe
African, Swahili
"life"
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,…
Farida
Arabic
"unique, precious pearl"
Farida is a Muslim name more distinctive than the Americanized Farah/Farrah.
Femi
Yoruba
A sweet-sounding Yoruba name with an equally sweet meaning: "love me".
Femi
Yoruba
A short form of the masculine name Olufemi, which means "the Lord loves me". Femi is also used as a standalone name for both genders, meaning "love me".
Giza
Giza is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Egyptian roots, sharing its name with the famous plateau where the Great Pyramids stand. In this context, it carries…
Habibah
Arabic
"beloved"
Strong and memorable.
Heba
Heba is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'gift' or 'donation'—specifically a gift from God. This concise, two-syllable name carries significant meaning in Islamic tradition, where it's…
Horus
Egyptian
"sun god"
Sounds like Horace, looks like the head of a hawk on the body of a human.
Husani
Husani is a name with Swahili origins meaning 'handsome' or 'good-looking.' This name has roots in East African linguistic traditions and represents the broader connection to African naming practices…
Ife
Yoruba
"love"
Short but impactful, Ife is a meaningful Yoruba name, taken from the word ífé meaning "love". Predominantly used in Nigeria or among Nigerian families, it may also be used in as an element in longer…
Isis
Egyptian
"throne"
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…
Jabare
Jabare appears to be a contemporary name with several possible origins. It may be related to the Arabic name Jabbar (جبّار), meaning 'powerful' or 'mighty,' which is one of the 99 names of Allah in…
Jabari
Swahili
"comforter, bringer of consolation"
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.
Karim
Arabic
"noble, generous"
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…
Khepri
Egyptian
"develop, create"
In Ancient Egyptian mythology, Khepri is a scarab-faced god who represents the rising sun, as well as new life.
Kissa
African-Ugandan
"born after twins"
Affectionate sounding name that could have birth-order meaning.
Lapis
Persian
"azure blue stone"
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…
Lateef
Lateef is a masculine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'gentle,' 'kind,' or 'pleasant.' It derives from the Arabic word 'latif,' which is also one of the 99 attributes of Allah in Islamic tradition,…
Mahmoud
Arabic
"praiseworthy"
Historic name commonly found in the Arab world.
Maye
Maye is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, primarily derived from the Old French word 'mai' referring to the month of May, symbolizing springtime, renewal, and growth. Alternatively, it…