Cats have often been tied to mystical practices and have also become common companions for witch figures and characters in pop culture. So, it’s totally appropriate to give Wiccan names for cats. There are many beautiful and unique names revolving around Wiccan themes, and we’ve gathered many names to help inspire you as you search for the perfect cat name.
How to Name Your Cat
Many Wiccan names can be found in old legends and lore. So, one great way to name your cat is to find characters in your favorite myths and folklore. Wiccan and Celtic traditions also share similar roots and ideologies, so you can also find inspiration in Celtic and Gaelic names.
Since Wicca also has strong ties to nature, you can look to natural elements to draw inspiration. If you’ve already adopted your cat, you can look for features that reflect different parts of nature.
Look through our list of names and identify several names that stand out to you. Spend some time researching their origins and whittle down your own list of favorite names until you land on one that you feel connected to the most.
Male Witch Cat Names
Many ancient traditions and religions have names tied to nature and mystical practices. We’ve listed names from various origins, including Greek, Roman, and Celtic traditions. Take some time to look up the meanings of your favorite names and see if they’re also fitting for your cat.
- Aiden
- Albus
- Binx
- Blaise
- Bruxo
- Finn
- Giles
- Graeme
- Griffin
- Grimm
- Hunter
- Kai
- Keegan
- Magnus
- Merlin
- Nostradamus
- Oberon
- Rumi
- Rushdie
- Salem
Female Witch Cat Names
Wiccan and ancient history is filled with strong women who created a significant mark or paved the way for future generations of Wiccans. Here are some Wiccan-inspired cat names that are tied to prominent figures or have ties to tradition.
- Allende
- Althea
- Aradia
- Baba
- Beatrix
- Brynn
- Cleo
- Cordelia
- Endora
- Evanora
- Hayden
- Llyr
- Maeve
- Naylor
- Ophelia
- Psyche
- Pythia
- Sybil
- Theodosia
- Ursula
Nature Cat Names
Wiccan practices have deep ties to nature. There are many beautiful and inspiring things found in nature, and it’s worth naming your cat after them.
- Alder
- Amber
- Amethyst
- Anise
- Ash
- Aspen
- Asteria
- Aura
- Autumn
- Blade
- Blossom
- Bran
- Brook
- Celeste
- Clover
- Corvus
- Crescent
- Crystal
- Dahlia
- Delphi
- Ebony
- Elm
- Elowen
- Ember
- Fern
- Flora
- Foster
- Gem
- Hemlock
- Herb
- Jade
- Juniper
- Lavender
- Laurel
- Lotus
- Luna
- Myrtle
- Moss
- Nettle
- Nightshade
- Pewter
- Rose
- Rowan
- Sage
- Shadow
- Soladite
- Solstice
- Thistle
- Twilight
Cat Names from Myths and Legends
Many ancient myths and legends have wonderful characters, mythical creatures, and symbolism. The names below were inspired by legendary characters as well as other elements that you can find in ancient lore.
- Adonis
- Aibell
- Ailm
- Alcina
- Andromeda
- Aradia
- Artemis
- Ashera
- Athena
- Auriga
- Bast
- Belenus
- Brigid
- Camulos
- Cassiopeia
- Cernunnos
- Cerridwen
- Charon
- Circe
- Cybele
- Cygnus
- Dagda
- Danu
- Dara
- Dionysus
- Draco
- Drake
- Elat
- Epona
- Eriu
- Erzulie
- Faeryn
- Freya
- Gaia
- Grannus
- Gwydion
- Hecate
- Helena
- Herne
- Hex
- Imp
- Jiniri
- Kikimora
- Lamassu
- Leo
- Lilith
- Loki
- Lugus
- Mafdet
- Mage
- Mihos
- Minerva
- Morpheus
- Morrigan
- Nergal
- Nimue
- Odin
- Ogma
- Orion
- Ovinnik
- Percy
- Puck
- Pythia
- Rhiannon
- Sekhmet
- Selene
- Shaman
- Shedu
- Sorginak
- Sphynx
- Sprite
- Strega
- Styx
- Taranis
- Tefnu
- Toutatis
- Warlock
- Wraith
Magical Cat Names
Wicca has some ties with magic and some individuals can include magical rituals into their practice. Here are some magical and mystical cat names that also include elements used in rituals and names of common holidays.
- Aces
- Adept
- Aether
- Akasha
- Arcana
- Athame
- Balefire
- Baton
- Beltane
- Besom
- Blade
- Chalice
- Chant
- Charm
- Esbat
- Grimoire
- Heka
- Imbolc
- Jinx
- Juju
- Jumper
- Kabbalah
- Lammas
- Litha
- Makutu
- Mambo
- Oracle
- Oredna
- Ostara
- Picatrix
- Pip
- Querent
- Rider Waite
- Rune
- Sabbat
- Scepter
- Samhain
- Shillelagh
- Sigil
- Talisman
- Tapu
- Taroc
- Thelema
- Trance
- Uncle Al
- Voodoo
- Yod
- Yuletide
- Zemi
Witch Cat Names
There are many cool and unique Wiccan names for cats and other names with links to mythical and magical origins. It’s fun to explore the origins of these names and also read up on the lore surrounding them.
While our list isn’t exhaustive, we hope the 200+ names we’ve laid out spark inspiration within you. Finding a cat name can be a challenging process, but looking through Wiccan and mystical themes is a great place to start.
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