Christmas is such a magical time of the year, and it’s even more special when you have a new furry friend to share it with. If you’ve got a new kitten from Santa Paws this holiday season, choosing the perfect name for your feline friend is an important decision. Don’t worry, though – we’re here to help! Check out our list of delightful Christmas cat names to find the purrfect fit for your new companion.
Male Christmas Cat Names
- Jingle
- Buddy
- Frosty
- Comet – one of Santa’s reindeer
- Rudy
- Whiskers
- Blizzard
- Rudolph – one of Santa’s reindeer
- Tinsel
- Wreath
- Coal
- Pippin
- Spruce
- Sleigh
- Nicholas – a tribute to St Nicholas
- Claus
- Jack Frost
- Twinkle
- Kris Kringle
- Miracle
- Noel
- Nick
- Pine
- Yule
- Dasher – one of Santa’s reindeer
- Kris
- Wish
- Spirit
- Teddy
- Gabriel
- Santa
- Blinkie
- Stockings
- Robin
- Dash
- Ralphie
- Bright
- Prancer – one of Santa’s reindeer
- Vixen
- Nutcracker
- Glow
- Cuddly Claus
- Jingle Paws
Female Christmas Cat Names
- Holly
- Angel
- Snowflake
- Mary – the mother of Jesus
- Sparkle
- Jolly
- Jolly Whiskers
- Belle – a nod to Christmas bells
- Snuggle Bells
- Ivy
- Mistletoe
- Tinsel
- Joy
- Carol
- Ribbon
- Star
- Bells
- Faith
- Elfie
- Hope
- Bell
- Glory
- Clara
- Eve – think: Christmas eve
- Mariah
- Merry
- Stella – the Latin word for “star”
- Estelle
- Joy
- Blanche
- Silver Bell
- Feliz
- Clarice – Rudolph’s girlfriend
- Renna – Italian for “reindeer”
- Starlight
- Candle
- Beth
- Poinsettia – a beautiful red and green plant that blooms in winter
- Elfin
- Frostine
- Lucy
- Natale – Italian word for Christmas
- Blanca
Winter Cat Names
If you’re a winter enthusiast and a proud cat parent, we’ve got some purr-fect winter-themed cat names just for you. Check them out and choose the one that best suits your furry friend!
- Frost
- Snowball
- Crystal
- Icicle
- Aspen
- Flurry
- Blizzard
- North
- Snow
- Snowy
- Ice
- Glacier
- Storm
- Boots
- Mittens
- Winter
- Flurry
- Alaska
- Snow Angel
- Polar
- Mr. Freeze
- Led – Bulgarian word for “frost”
- Neve – from Italian “snow”
- Winter-tide
- Nieve – the Spannish word for “snow”
- Schnee – it means “snow” in German
- Snowshoe
- Everest
- Snowcap
- Cuddles
- Alpine
- Socks
Read more: 180+ names for white cats
Christmas Food Cat Names
If you want to give your furry friend a unique name, why not take inspiration from your favorite holiday treats? We’ve got a list of some delicious options that your new kitty will surely love! Check them out below.
- Figgy
- Pudding
- Cranberry
- Plum
- Chestnut
- Ginger
- Peppermint
- Truffle
- Gingerbread
- Sugarplum
- Cookie
- Candy
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Chestnut
- Toffee
- Pudding
- Eggnog
- Muffin
- Sweet potato
- Turkey
- Sugar
- Sage
- Hammy
- Gravy
- Spice
- Potato
- Marshmallow
- Caramel
- Brownie
- Clementine
- Panettone
- Vanilla
- Minty
- Dulce
- Brie
- Rosemary
Read more: How to Cat-Proof the Christmas Tree
Christmas Cat Names from Christmas Characters
Are you a movie lover? If yes, then you’re in for a treat! We have some amazing cat names inspired by the most adorable Christmas characters of all time. Check them out!
- Santa
- Mrs. Claus (from Mrs. Santa Claus)
- Rudolph
- Frosty (the Snowman)
- Clara (from The Nutcracker)
- Ebenezer (from A Christmas Carol)
- Cindy Lou Who (from How the Grinch Stole Christmas)
- Tiny Tim (from A Christmas Carol)
- Buddy (from Elf)
- Hermey (from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
- Marley (from A Christmas Carol)
- Yukon (from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
- Kris (short for Kris Kringle, another name for Santa Claus)
- Scrooge (from A Christmas Carol)
- Max (the Grinch’s dog)
- Heat Miser (from The Year Without a Santa Claus)
- Snow Miser (from The Year Without a Santa Claus)
- Ralphie (from A Christmas Story)
- Buddy (from Elf)
- George (from It’s a Wonderful Life)
- Clarence (from It’s a Wonderful Life)
- Kris (from Miracle on 34th Street)
- Susan (from Miracle on 34th Street)
- Elsa (from Frozen)
- Olaf (from Frozen)
- Kevin (from Home Alone)
- Grinch (from The Grinch)
- Clark Griswold (from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation)
Final Thoughts
Choosing the perfect name for your new furry friend is a special part of welcoming them into your family. Whether you’re inspired by the magic of Christmas, the beauty of winter, favorite holiday treats or by the movies you love, there are endless possibilities for finding a name that feels just right. Remember, the most important thing is that it resonates with you and your cat.
Happy naming and Merry Christmas!🎅