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Egyptian cat names are fitting for any of the Egyptian cat breeds, including Sphynx, Egyptian Mau, and Abyssinian kitties. The Ancient Egyptians worshipped cats, believing they were magical creatures, capable of bringing good luck to the people who housed them.
Egyptian cat names may take inspiration from Egyptian gods and goddesses, famous historical figures, Egyptian place names, or popular names in Egypt in modern times.
Egyptian god and goddess names include Osiris, Abunis, Khepri, and Isis. Famous Egyptian historical figures include queens Cleopatra and Nefertiti, or Pharaohs Ramses and Seti.
Egyptian place names include Cairo and Nile, or Alexandria and Giza.
Other names used names in Egypt include Ife, Dalila, and Farida for girls, or Moises, Omari, and Zuberi.
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The names
Layla
Variation of Leila, Arabic
"night"
A lovely musical name (remember the old Eric Clapton-Derek & the Dominos song?), Layla's seen a significant surge in popularity, partly partly all names with a double L are stylish, and partly…
Cairo
Egyptian place-name, Arabic
"the conqueror, the victorious"
Cairo is an exciting place name possibility with upbeat o ending and an on-trend first syllable. Debuting in the US Top 1000 in 2015, it has been climbing ever since, and, as of 2023, it is given to…
Alexandria
Variation of Alexandra, Greek
"defending men"
Alexandria turns classic Alexandra into a more distinctive place-name, in both Egypt and Virginia, while also giving it a touchy of frilliness. The name peaked in the 90s when it entered the US Top…
Mariam
Arabic variation of Mary
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Popular among parents with Arab roots. Also found as Maryam. Mary was ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Mariam. The original meaning of Mariam is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the…
Moses
Egyptian
"delivered from the water"
Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin's choice of this white-bearded Old Testament name helped bring it into the modern age, along with brethren Elijah, Isaiah and Isaac. User-friendly nicknames include…
Mohamed
Spelling variation of Muhammad
"praiseworthy"
This variation of the popular Arabic name has now been in the Top 500 for several years. It wasn't even in the Top 1000 before the 1980s.
Cleo
Greek
"glory"
Cleo, one of the few girls' names to boast the cool-yet-lively o ending, is of course short for Cleopatra, the name of one of the most powerful women in history. Cleo was most popular in the early…
Seth
Hebrew
"appointed, placed"
The long-neglected name of Adam and Eve's third son after Cain and Abel, Seth is appreciated for its gentle, understated presence -- and strong middle-name potential. It reached a high of Number 63…
Moises
Spanish and Portuguese variation of Moses
This variation on Moses got a boost from Moises Alou, a Dominican-American baseball player who spent 17 seasons in the National League. Moises Arias also brought some recognition to the name: He…
Yahya
Arabic, Turkish, and Persian form of Yochanan
"God is Gracious"
Yahya is an Islamic name derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, making it both an honor for the prophet John the Baptist, and one of many international forms of John. In Islamic tradition, Yahya is…
Ahmad
Arabic
"most commended, praisworthy"
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…
Omari
Swahili, Arabic
"populous, flourishing"
This name, like Omar and Amari, has been in the US Top 1000 for many years. After taking a downturn in 2008, it's now again on the upswing. Actor Omari Hardwick keeps it in the public eye. As a name,…
Ahmed
Arabic
"greatly praised"
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…
Asenath
Egyptian
"devoted to the goddess Neith"
In the Old Testament, Asenath was the wife of Joseph and mother of Manesseh and Ephraim.
Anat
Hebrew
"answer"
In Semitic mythology, Anat was the goddess of fertility, hunting, and war. It is a familiar choice for girls in Israel.
Akila
Arabic
"intelligent, logical"
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. There's a name Aquila in the New…
Amun
Egyptian
"the hidden one"
In Egyptian mythology, Amun was a major god who later merged with Ra, becoming Amun-Ra. He is the creator deity and was worshiped as Ammon by the Greeks.
Anubis
Egyptian
"royal child, prince"
Portrayed as having a human body with the head of a jackal, Anubis is the Ancient Egyptian god who guided the dead to the underworld. Also known as the protector of graves, the god of funeral rites,…
Abubakar
Abubakar is a masculine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It honors Abu Bakr, the first caliph after Prophet Muhammad and one of his closest companions. The name literally means…
Amr
Amr is a masculine name of Arabic origin with deep historical roots in Middle Eastern cultures. It means 'life' or 'to live long,' carrying positive connotations of vitality and longevity. The name…