125 Bold and Beautiful Indian Cat Names With Meanings

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Are you planning to bring a new cat into your home soon? How lucky for you both! After you’ve gathered all the supplies you’ll need to care for your new cat, it’s time to start thinking of the perfect name. The names on this list draw from Indian cultures and languages, the Hindu religion, and more.

You can’t go wrong with any of the 125 popular and unique Indian cat names. Try some of these bold and beautiful names out for your new cat and see what fits them best.

Indian Cat Names for Female Cats

Below are over 50 girl cat names to choose from, with meanings ranging from the cute “little bird” to the powerful “goddess and ruler.” You’re sure to find something to suit your cat’s personality.

India (भारत) – Name your cat after the country of India.
Aditi (अदिति) – This beautiful name means “limitless.”
Radha (राधा) – “Success and prosperity.”
Chanda (चांदा) – This name means “moon” and also “passionate and fierce.”
Tiya (तिया) – “A small, beautiful bird.”
Lakshmi (लक्ष्मी) – This name is a symbol of good luck.
Parvati (पार्वती) – “Daughter of the mountains.”
Saira (सायरा) – Its many meanings include “wanderer,” “wildly,” and “bird.”
Durga (दुर्गा) – This name means “invincible.”
Sita (सीता) – The Hindu goddess of the harvest.
Anushka (अनुष्का) – This name means “ray of light” in Sanskrit.
Anya (अन्या) – “Grace” or “graceful,” just like a cat!
Binita (बिनीता) – This name means “humble” and is great for shy cats.
Hema (हेमा) – Hema means “gold” in Sanskrit.
Gauri (गौरी) – This name has the meanings “white,” “shining,” and “brilliant.”
Indra (इन्द्र) – The name of a Hindu god of the skies, which translates as “possessing drops of rain.”
Laila (लैला) – “Holy” and “of the night.”
Krishna (कृष्ण) – Meaning “dark” and “black,” this name is perfect for black cats.
Chandani (चांदनी) – “Star and moonlight.”
Amani (अमानी) – This name means “hope” or “wish.”
Rani (रानी) – For the cat who’s the queen of the house.
Pari (परी) – This sweet name means “face of an angel” or “fairy.”
Vira (वीरा) – “Brave and wise.”
Lila (लीला) – “Play” and “amusement” are perfect meanings for a rambunctious cat’s name!
Asha (आशा) – “Hope” or “life.”
Avani (अवनी) – This beautiful nature name means “Earth.”
Mithi (मीठी)– This name symbolizes truth and friendship.
Amita (अमिता) – “Infinite and boundless.”
Brinda (वृंदा) – After the basil plant, which is sacred according to Hinduism.
Darika (दारिका) – If your cat is your baby, consider this name which means “daughter” or “girl.”
Bhavani (भवानी)– For mama cats, this name meaning “giver of life” is perfect.
Jaya (जया) – This name means “victorious.”
Keya (केया) – After the monsoon flower.
Kyra (काइरा) – “Beam of light.”
Isha (ईशा) – This name means “goddess,” “ruler,” and “protector.”
Laboni (लावणी)– Another name that means “graceful” and could pair well with Anya.
Mohini (मोहिनी) – This name means “enchantress.”
Nasrin (नसरीन) – A nature name which means “wild rose.”
Osha (ओशा)– “Little fawn.”
Manjari (मञ्जरी)– A mango flower.
Miraya (मिराया) – “Devoted to Lord Krishna.”
Kajal (काजल) – Directly translates to “eyeliner.”
Usha (उषा) – “Dawn” in Sanskrit.
Nira (नीरा) – “Plowed field” or “of the loom.”
Padma (पद्म) – After the lotus flower, also known as the water lily.
Omya (ओम्या) – “Help and kindness.”
Tiya (तिया) – “Gift of god” or “little bird.”
Vanya (वन्या) – “God is gracious” or “gift of God.”
Zoya (जोया) – “Bright” or “life.”
Rasika (रसिका) – “Protector of the gods.”
Champa (चम्पा)– After the Magnolia champaca tree.
Saraswati (सरस्वती)– An ironic cat name after the goddess of flowing water.
Nitya (नित्या) – “Daily prayers.”
Swarna (स्वर्णा)– This name means “gold” or “golden woman.”

Indian Cat Names for Male Cats

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Many of our male cat names have strong meanings like “victory” and king.” Name your cat after one of the Hindu gods or choose from a selection of cute names with meanings like “lovable” or “Heaven’s flower.”

Raj (राज) – “Royalty” or “emperor.”
Vijay (विजय) – “Victory” and “success.”
Yash (यश) – This name means “success” or “luxury.”
Rajiv (राजीव) – This name means “striped.”
Shiva (शिव) – A powerful god. This name also means “lucky.”
Vishnu (विष्णु) – The Hindu god of preservation and time.
Ranbir (रणबीर) – “The brave warrior.”
Rohan (रोहन) – “Ascending” or “healing.”
Asad (असद) – This name means “lion.”
Eka (एका) – “Alone” and “unique.”
Akash (आकाश) – “Open space” or “sky.”
Dev (देव) – A name meaning “god” perfectly encapsulates how highly cats think of themselves.
Bhanu (भानु) – Brilliant like the sun.
Hari (हरी) – “Brown” or “yellow.”
Amit (अमित) – A name that symbolizes infinity and friendship.
Tarini (तारिणी) – If your rescue cat actually saved you, this name meaning “savior” might be a perfect fit.
Ashwin (अश्विन) – “Horse tamer” or “light.”
Arjun (अर्जुन) – “Made of silver.”
Frado (फ्राडो) – This name means “first.”
Stuvan (स्तुवन) – “To praise.”
Surya (सूर्य) – This name translates to “sun.”
Raja (राजा) – “King” or “ruler.”
Akshay (अक्षय) – “Eternal” or “immortal.”
Aarav (आरव) – This name can mean “peaceful” or “sound.”
Chander (चंदर) – “Shining” or “moon.”
Emir (अमीर) – This cute cat name translates to “prince.”
Divit (दिवित) – “Reaching for the sky.”
Manas (मानस) – “Brilliant,” “mind,” and “soul.”
Faris (फ़ारिस) – Perfect for a strong cat, this name means “knight.”
Harshil (हर्षिल) – “Joyful and happy.”
Jainew (जयिन्यू) – This name means “victory.”
Hunar (हुनर) – This name refers to “good qualities.”
Isaac (इसहाक) – “One who laughs or rejoices.”
Kabir (कबीर) – “Magnificent and powerful.”
Lagan (लगन) – “Rising sun or planets” or “love and devotion.”
Orinder (ओरिंडर) – After the pine tree.
Nihal (निहाल) – This name means “successful” and “happy.”
Khan (खान) – “Prince,” “king,” or “ruler.”
Samesh (समेश) – “Lord of equality.”
Jeet (जीत) – This name symbolizes success and victory.
Manu (मनु) – “The first man” or “ruler of the Earth.”
Prem (प्रेम) – “Lovable” or “affectionate.”
Rayaan (रयान) – “Heaven’s flower.”
Sai (साई) – “Divine one.”
Taran (तारण) – This powerful name means “thunder.”
Pavan (पवन) – “Like the wind.”
Mandeep (मनदीप) – “Enlightened” or “light of heart and mind.”
Omkar (ओमकार) – “The sound of the sacred syllable.”

Gender-Neutral Indian Cat Names

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Below are 23 more Indian cat names, based on Indian culture and even some Indian cities. Some of these names describe your cat’s personality, while others symbolize how precious they are to you.

Unni (उन्नी) – A name for a leader.
Adi (अदि) – This name means “jewel.”
Bala (बाला) – “Young one.”
Hindi (हिंदी) – The official language of northern India.
Kavi (कवि) – “Wise poet.”
Sangeet (संगीत) – This name for a talkative cat means “music and song.”
Ashoka (अशोक) – “Without sorrow” is a lovely name full of hope for your new cat.
Vadisa (वादीसा) – “One who resolves disputes.”
Nasim (नसीम) – “Gentle breeze” or “fresh air.”
Mahita (महीता) – Great for a perseverant cat, this name means “regeneration.”
Kanti (कान्ति) – “Bright moon,” “light,” and “lovely.”
Masala (मसाला) – A mixture of spices used in Indian food.
Sindhu (सिन्धु) – “River” or “sea.”
Gulab (गुलाब) – This name translates to “rose.”
Apurva (अपूर्वा) – “One of a kind.”
Panini (पाणिनि) – A great scholar.
Uksita (उक्षिता) – “One who is not easy to break.”
Quasar (क्वासर) – This name means “meteorite.”
Bombay (बॉम्बे) – A city in India known as the financial capital.
Chennai ( चेन्नई)– A large city in India.
Delhi (दिल्ली) – A city in India most known for politics.
Nanda (नंदा) – This name means “joy.”
Singh (सिंह) – This name means “lion.”