Choosing the perfect name for a black cat can be both a fun and thoughtful process. Black cats are often associated with mystery and allure, which is reflected in the names that suit them best.
Names that evoke their sleek, dark appearance or their enigmatic personalities are particularly fitting. These can include names inspired by the night sky, mystical and magical entities, dark gemstones, and luxurious fabrics known for their rich, deep colors.
Historically, black cats have featured prominently in folklore and pop culture, often depicted as companions to witches or as mysterious characters in their own right. Classic examples include the infamous Salem from “Sabrina, the Teenage Witch” and the charmingly sinister Binx from “Hocus Pocus”.
More contemporary examples can be seen in characters like Snowball II from “The Simpsons”, who captures the typical black cat’s independence and attitude.
The black cat names on this list are drawn from a variety of inspirations that celebrate the unique qualities of black cats. From elements that mirror their striking fur and captivating presence to those that reflect their complex characters, these names are selected to offer the perfect match for any black cat’s majestic and distinctive charm.
Editor’s Note: Here are a couple of other articles that might help you find the perfect name for your new kitty:
Mysterious and Magical Black Cat Names
- Gypsy
- Hecate
- Hex
- Midnight
- Myst
- Nimbus
- Nocturne
- Onyx
- Oracle
- Phantom
- Potion
- Raven
- Sable
- Salem
- Shadow
- Sorcerer
- Spell
- Voodoo
Names Inspired by Night Sky
- Aurora
- Capella
- Ceres
- Cosmic
- Equinox
- Hubble
- Lyra
- Moonbeam
- Nebula
- Nova
- Orion
- Polaris
- Rigel
- Saturn
- Sirius
- Solstice
- Starling
- Vega
- Zenith
Literary and Mythological Names
- Achilles
- Beowulf
- Brontë
- Caliban
- Circe
- Dante
- Dracula
- Faust
- Grendel
- Hades
- Holmes
- Icarus
- Lestat
- Macbeth
- Medusa
- Morpheus
- Nemesis
- Othello
- Persephone
- Poe
- Prospero
- Sisyphus
- Watson
Pop Culture and Entertainment
- Anakin
- Arya
- Aslan
- Batman
- Beetlejuice
- Corvus
- Draven
- Drax
- Elphaba
- Elvira
- Frodo
- Gandalf
- Godzilla
- Harker
- Iago
- Katniss
- Kylo
- Loki
- Maleficent
- Morticia
- Mystique
- Neo
- Renfield
- Ripley
- Sauron
- Spock
- Sweeney
- Thorin
- Trinity
- Vader
- Vantablack
- Wolverine
- Zorro
Nature-Inspired Names
- Ash
- Birch
- Brook
- Coral
- Dusty
- Fern
- Fog
- Ivy
- Maple
- Moss
- Pebble
- Pine
- River
- Smoky
- Tornado
- Willow
- Zephyr
Whimsical and Playful Names
- Binx
- Boo
- Fable
- Fizz
- Flip
- Frolic
- Jinx
- Magic
- Mischief
- Pixie
- Pocus
- Quibble
- Rogue
- Scamp
- Skitter
- Slinky
- Snicker
- Spooky
- Sprite
- Tinker
- Treat
- Trick
- Wink
- Zany
Elegant and Aristocratic Names
- Amethyst
- Baron
- Countess
- Darcy
- Duchess
- Earl
- Emerald
- Garnet
- Goldie
- Jade
- King
- Lady
- Majestic
- Marquis
- Noble
- Opal
- Pearl
- Prince
- Queenie
- Ruby
- Sapphire
- Silver
- Sterling
- Topaz
Celestial and Cosmic Names
- Altair
- Andromeda
- Astral
- Aurora
- Black Hole
- Blue Moon
- Cassiopeia
- Celeste
- Celestia
- Comet
- Constellation
- Cosmos
- Cygnus
- Eclipse
- Eventide
- Galaxy
- Halo
- Ion
- Luna
- Meteor
- Moon
- Neutron
- Orbit
- Pulsar
- Quantum
- Quasar
- Redshift
- Singularity
- Sol
- Solar
- Solara
- Star
- Stardust
- Starlight
- Stellar
- Supernova
Names Inspired by Famous Mystics and Magicians
- Blavatsky
- Conjurer
- Diviner
- Druid
- Enchantress
- Gwydion
- Houdini
- Illusionist
- Merlin
- Morgana
- Mystico
- Necromancer
- Nostradamus
- Paracelsus
- Puck
- Pythia
- Rasputin
- Saruman
- Seer
- Shaman
- Zatara
Names Inspired by the Color Black
- Blackjack
- Carbon
- Caviar
- Crow
- Ebony
- Ink
- Jet
- Mamba
- Nightshade
- Obsidian
- Panther
- Pitch
- Tar
Names Inspired by Dark Foods & Beverages
- Balsamic
- Black tea
- Blackberry
- Blackcurrant
- Blackout
- Cocoa
- Coffee
- Cola
- Date
- Espresso
- Fig
- Guinness
- Kuro (Japanese for black)
- Licorice
- Mocha
- Molasses
- Nori
- Olive
- Pepper
- Plum
- Pumpernickel
- Sambuca
- Stout
- Tamarind
- Truffle
Names Inspired by Shadows and Illusions
- Blur
- Dapple
- Dim
- Dusk
- Flicker
- Glimmer
- Gloom
- Mirage
- Murk
- Obscure
- Shade
- Shadowfax
- Shroud
- Silhouette
- Smudge
- Stealth
- Twilight
- Umbra
- Veil
- Wraith
Names with a Touch of Mystery and Intrigue
- Alias
- Arcane
- Cipher
- Cloak
- Covert
- Cryptic
- Dagger
- Enigma
- Hidden
- Incognito
- Masquerade
- Mystery
- Puzzle
- Quest
- Quest
- Riddle
- Secret
- Seeker
- Veiled
- Whisper
Names Suggesting Power and Strength
- Admiral
- Bold
- Boss
- Brave
- Captain
- Chief
- Commander
- Dominion
- Emperor
- Force
- Fury
- Guardian
- Iron
- Kingpin
- Knight
- Major
- Mighty
- Ruler
- Savage
- Steel
- Titan
- Warrior
Inspired by Elements and Nature
- Bayou
- Boulder
- Canyon
- Cliff
- Creek
- Delta
- Forest
- Glacier
- Isle
- Lagoon
- Marsh
- Mesa
- Mountain
- Ocean
- Prairie
- Reef
- Reef
- Ridge
- Storm
- Summit
- Thunder
- Tundra
- Valley
Names Reflecting Elegance and Beauty
- Baroness
- Charm
- Couture
- Divine
- Elegance
- Empress
- Exquisite
- Fashionista
- Gala
- Glamour
- Grace
- Jewel
- Lavish
- Luxe
- Majesty
- Opulent
- Plush
- Posh
- Precious
- Regal
- Splendid
- Velvet
- Vogue
Inspired by Art and Culture
- Bosch
- Bruegel
- Caravaggio
- Cezanne
- Dali
- El Greco
- Gauguin
- Goya
- Kahlo
- Klimt
- Manet
- Matisse
- Monet
- Munch
- Picasso
- Raphael
- Rembrandt
- Renoir
- Rubens
- Titian
- Toulouse
- Turner
- Van Gogh
- Warhol
Historical and Legendary Figures
- Agrippa
- Alexander (the Great)
- Alfred (the Great)
- Attila
- Boudica
- Brutus
- Caesar
- Charlemagne
- Churchill
- Cleopatra
- Constantine
- Cyrus
- Genghis
- Hannibal
- Helen (of Troy)
- Leonardo (da Vinci)
- Marco Polo
- Michelangelo
- Napoleon
- Nero
- Plato
- Saladin
- Socrates
- Spartacus
Names Inspired by Dark Elements of Nature
- Basalt
- Bismuth
- Charcoal
- Cinder
- Coal
- Ember
- Flint
- Galena
- Graphite
- Lava
- Obsidian
- Shale
- Slate
- Soot
- Volcano
- Hematite
- Magnetite
- Molybdenum
- Pyrite
- Spinel
- Tourmaline
- Tungsten
Mythical and Mystical Creatures
- Banshee
- Basilisk
- Cerberus
- Chimera
- Djinn
- Dragon
- Faun
- Gargoyle
- Goblin
- Griffin
- Hydra
- Kraken
- Leviathan
- Minotaur
- Nymph
- Orc
- Pegasus
- Phoenix
- Salamander
- Sphinx
- Sylph
- Troll
- Unicorn
- Werewolf
- Yeti
Inspired by Dark and Luxurious Fabrics
- Brocade
- Cashmere
- Damask
- Gabardine
- Merino
- Satin
- Silk
- Suede
- Tweed
- Velvetine
Names from the Night Sky and Weather
- Blizzard
- Borealis
- Cirrus
- Cumulus
- Dewdrop
- Frost
- Mist
- Nimbus
- Stratus
- Tempest
[Image credits: All images are used under license or with permission]