75 Fall-Inspired Cat Names With Meanings for Your Cozy Cat

When we think of fall, we think of everything from roasting s’mores over an open fire to drinking pumpkin spice lattes and going trick or treating. There’s so much packed into this cozy season.

The following 75 fall cat names are inspired by autumnal food and drinks, activities, clothing, and more. We’ve also included some Halloween cat names for you to peruse.

You’re sure to find at least a couple of cute names for your new kitten or cat here.

Fall-Inspired Cat Names for Female Cats

Our fall names for girl cats range from gemstone-inspired names like Ruby and Amber to autumnal colors like Sienna and Auburn.

• Autumn – Another name for the fall season.
• Amber – An orange gemstone that’s reminiscent of fall.
• Hazel – After the hazelwood tree.
• Maple – Maple syrup and red-leaved maple trees remind us of autumn.
• Ginger – A spice used in autumnal foods and beverages.
• Ruby – A red gemstone that represents protection.
• Sienna – Sienna describes an orange-red color.
• Auburn – A reddish brown.
• Topaz – An orange gemstone that represents love and loyalty.
• Scarlet – A bright shade of red.
• Butternut – After butternut squash, which grows in fall.
• Maize – Another word for a corn plant.
• Clove – A spice used in baked goods.
• Sage – Another spice that also has connections to witchcraft.
• Cinder – The leftover coal or wood after a fire.
• Libra – The zodiac sign of those born from September 22 to October 23.
• Aspen – After the aspen tree, which have beautiful white trunks.
• Willow – After willow trees, which symbolize hope and perseverance.
• Sabrina – From Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
• Paisley – A colorful wool fabric with an abstract design.
• Caramel – Used in many fall foods and drinks!
• Latte – A warm cozy drink that grows in popularity as the weather cools.
• Cocoa – Another beverage to drink by the fireplace.
• Laurel – An evergreen shrub.
• Cozy – Autumn is full of coziness, from oversized sweaters to warm baked goods.
• Mauve – A muted shade of purple.
• Sawyer – An English name that means “woodcutter.”

Fall-Inspired Cat Names for Male Cats

For our boy cat names, we have nature names, vampire names, fall color names, and more! You’re sure to find something unique for your spooky cat.

• Leif – Like the changing autumn leaves.
• Ash – The remnants of a bonfire.
• Ghost – When we think of fall, we think of the spooky, haunting season.
• Hunter – Cats hunt mice year-round, but this name seems especially suited to autumn kittens.
• Rusty – The color rust is a dark, muted orange.
• Twiggy – Fall is the season of raking up leaves and twigs in the yard.
• Flame – We all love roasting marshmallows over the fire when the weather starts to cool.
• Fang – After a vampire’s fangs.
• Vlad – Another vampire-themed name for your Halloween kitten.
• Reaper – After the Grim Reaper, a personification of death.
• Bones – Like a skeleton!
• Skully – Another cute October name.
• Casper – After the friendly ghost.
• Soot – A cute black cat name.
• Jasper – A yellow-orange gemstone.
• Russel – Like the rustle of crunchy leaves beneath your feet.
• Copper – A metallic orange color.
• Salem – The name of the talking cat from Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
• Scorpio – The zodiac sign of those born from October 23 to November 21.
• Trickster – Trick or treat! This kitty is always choosing mischief.
• Binx – After the black cat from Hocus Pocus.
• Russet – A type of potato.
• Oak – This nature name is inspired by oak trees, which symbolize stability and strength.
• Hickory – A small hardwood tree from the walnut family.

Unisex Fall-Inspired Cat Names

Lastly, we have plenty of food names, Halloween names, nature names, and more. Maybe you’ve yet to sex your new litter of kittens, you love gender neutral names, or nothing above has stood out to you yet–either way, we have you covered!

• Marshmallow – Perfect for your white kitten born in the fall.
• S’more – Roasting s’mores is one of the best fall activities.
• Smokey – From fireplaces to backyard fire pits, we’re always trying to keep warm in the autumn months.
• Boo – A sweet Halloween-themed name.
• Pumpkin – Great for an orange cat of either gender.
• Acorn – Nuts that fall from oak trees.
• Spook – For the cat who’s always sneaking up on you, or easily frightened themselves.
• Nutmeg – A spice commonly used in autumnal desserts.
• Cinnamon – Another spice we associate with fall.
• Flannel – A soft plaid shirt, typically made of cotton.
• Boots – Boots make a comeback in the fall, whether you’re trudging through snow or making a fashion statement.
• Tarot – Cards used for fortune telling.
• Spirit – Another word for “ghost.”
• Goldie – Like golden sunsets.
• Spice – When we think of fall, we think of baked goods and sweet drinks, both of which are seasoned with spices like cinnamon and clove.
• Twilight – The time before sunrise and after sunset, and also a popular book and movie series about vampires.
• Beanie – A round hat with a tight fit.
• Cashmere – A type of wool made from goat fur.
• October – The month of Halloween.
• Phantom – Another word for “ghost” or “spirit.”
• Velvet – A thick, soft fabric.
• Squash – A family of vegetables that includes pumpkins.
• Sparrow – A small brown bird.
• Crow – Large black birds known for their intelligence and long memories.

We hope you’ve found a fall cat name or two you love or at least some inspiration to brainstorm your own ideas. Think of your favorite autumn foods and drinks, or characters from your favorite Halloween movies!