250 Best Majestic Cat Names

There is just something about cats that make them seem naturally regal and majestic. Even when cats are at their silliest, their often haughty and proud demeanor still shines through, which reminds us that our kitties are not so distant cousins of feline royalty such as lions, aka, the King of the Jungle. Here are 250 majestic cat names for your furry little king or queen.

Majestic Male Cat Names

• Aerys – Aerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones is also known as The Mad King. GoT fans might appreciate this somewhat more obscure nod to the series when naming an especially loony kitty.
• Ajax – A Greek hero in The Iliad, this name means “eagle,” the most majestic of birds.
• Alaric – A Germanic name that means “everyone’s ruler,” many of us cat people understand that some kitties definitely have this vibe.
• Albert –Prince Albert was Queen Victoria’s husband. After he passed, the Queen mourned him intensely, wearing black until the end of her life, which was 40 years after Albert had died. A perfect name for a most beloved cat.
• Alexander – Name your kitty for Alexander the Great, one of the most famous leaders of all human history.
• Alfonso –A regal sounding Italian name that appropriately means “noble.”
• Alfred – A name meaning “elf counsel,” Alfred has an otherworldly majesty to it.
• Ambrose – A name that suggests luxury, it means “belonging to the immortals” because ambrosia was the food that the Greek gods feasted upon.
•  Ammon – An ancient name with Hebrew roots that means “builder” and “teacher.”
•  Andes – The Andes is the largest continental mountain range in the world, holds the world’s highest active volcano, and offers majestic views of cloud forests, rivers and snow capped mountains, and the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu.
•  Angus – A Scottish Gaelic name that means “choice” and name for an ancient Pictish king.
•  Anubis – The imposing Egyptian god of the dead that is depicted by a black jackal headed man.
• Apollo – An important Greek deity of music, dance, truth, prophecy, archery, poetry, the sun, light…really pretty much as many majestic things as you can imagine.
•  Ares – A god of war and courage in ancient Greek mythology.
•  Arthur – King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table may just be the most famous of English kings, even if his existence is one of legends and tales.
•  Aslan – The majestic lion Aslan from The Chronicles of Narnia is called the one true king in the story. Is this regal cat name fitting for your kitten? (Of course he is, that question was rhetorical)!
•  Atlas – A strong Olympian god who holds up the world and celestial spheres on his majestic shoulders.
•  Aragorn– Lord of the Rings fans will recognize this character from the epic fantasy trilogy. Aragorn was eventually crowned king in the story.
•  Aristocat – We can’t resist silly puns, especially for cat names.
•  Arkin – A name with Norse origins, Arkin means “eternal king’s son.”
• Augustus – A Latin name befitting ancient Roman royalty, Augustus actually means “majestic,” or “venerable.”
•  Balder – A Norse god, Balder is a wise, courageous deity who is immune to most harm.
•  Baratheon –One of the royal family house names in Game of Thrones.
•  Baron – This old English nobility title can pair perfectly with another majestic name, such as “Baron Augustus,” for example, giving it an extra majestic edge.
• Beowulf – A legendary hero of an ancient English tale that was commonly retold to entertain and inspire the people.
•  Bran – A key character in Game of Thrones.
•  Buckingham – Is there anything more majestic in our current world than England’s Buckingham Palace?
•  Caesar – The imperial title of the ancient Roman Empire.
•  Carl – An Old Norse name that means “free man.”
•  Caspian – Named for Prince Caspian, a character in C.S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia, or the Caspian Sea in central Asia, where world famous caviar is farmed.
•  Chivalry – A knightly honor code, this would be a sweet and fun name for your little gentleman.
•  Ceremony – When we think of majesty, we think of lavish ceremonies and celebrations. Why not celebrate your kitty with this name?
•  Count – This noble title pairs perfectly with other names, such as “Count Felipe.” Have fun with it!
•  Crown – Every king has his crown, after all!
•  Cyrus – Cyrus the Great founded the ancient Persian Empire, and his legacy is one of noble righteous rule.
• Darius – Darius the Great of Persia was known for his benevolence as well as his military genius.
• David – The name of this legendary Biblical King of Israel appropriately means “beloved.”
• Destiny – In classic majestic tales of heroism and royalty, destiny commonly plays a prominent role.
•  Dignity – A dignified name for the dignified feline.
• Dionysius – An ancient Greek god of fertility, wine and pleasure, it’s no secret why he was particularly beloved amongst worshippers and followers.
•  Duke – A noble title with a majestic ring to it.
•  Earl Grey – An earl is a noble title in English nobility, and Earl Grey is a popular, dignified type of English tea. It would be adorable for a majestic grey cat.
•  Edmund – A kingly English name that means “prosperity,” “riches,” and “protector.”
•  Egbert –This name is derived from old Germanic words meaning “bright edge”, such as that of a blade of a sword.
•  Emperor – We imagine this name for a larger cat, but we know that some little kitties have bigger than life personalities, so we will leave that naming decision up to you.

•  Ericson – A Norse name meaning “son of the eternal ruler.”
•  Everest – Named for the massive and imposing Mt. Everest.
•  Felipe – The name of the current king of Spain, Felipe means “friend of horses.”
•  Ferdinand – This traditional name in the royal families of Spain is also the name of the young shipwrecked prince on Prosper’s island in Shakespeare’s The Tempest.
•  Frederick – This name means “peaceful ruler.” Freddie as a nickname is also adorable.
• Fuji – Name your cat for Japan’s Mt. Fuji, one of the world’s most famous and majestic mountains.
•  Gallant – For the brave and heroic cat.
• Gawain – Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is an ancient English folk tale rooted in Arthurian legend.
•  George – A favored name amongst English kings.
• Gentleman – A proper name for a proper and well-behaved cat.
•  Golden – Gold has a long, illustrious history of signifying luxury and riches in most human societies around the globe and throughout history. Perfect for a golden-furred kitten.
•  Greyjoy –One of the prominent family houses named in Games of Thrones. We love it for a grey kitty.
•  Hadrian – A Roman emperor known for his literary pursuits and building projects throughout the Roman Empire, such as Hadrian’s Wall in Britain.
•  Henry – A very popular name for English kings, Henry means “house ruler,” which we are sure your cat probably believes himself to be.
•  Hector – A legendary champion who managed to take down the hero Achilles in ancient Greek mythology.
•  Hermes – A messenger of the gods, who is a god in his own right in ancient Greek lore.
•  Herald – Meaning “one who proclaims,” give this name to your cat if he is a very vocal little guy.
•  Hero – An adorable name for a furry friend.
•  Imperial – A name reserved for the most majestic of cats.
•  James – Another name of English kings, James has its roots in the name of the Biblical patriarch Jacob.
• Jason – A Greek name meaning “healer,” Jason was a hero in ancient Greek lore.
•  Joffrey – We aren’t sure if there are many fans of this cruel Game of Thrones king, but who knows? It could work for an especially naughty kitty.
• Kilimanjaro – Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain, with a name that translates to either Mountain of Light, Mountain of Greatness or Mountain of Caravans – either way, it’s a majestic sight to behold!
•  King – Need we say more?
•  Knight – For the gallant and chivalrous feline.
•  Lanister – One of the family houses in Game of Thrones.
•  Leonidas – The name of a famous king of ancient Sparta, Leonidas means “son of a lion.”
• Lear – Named for the tragic fictional King from Shakespeare’s play, King Lear.
• Lion – An especially fitting name for a cat with an impressively full mane of fur.
•  Loki – A trickster god in Norse mythology, Loki is a popular figure that captures the imaginations of many around the world, even today.

•  London – The English capital is known for its majestic history.
•  Lord – A fun name for your little lord of the manor (ie, your humble home).
•  Louis – A favorite name amongst French royalty, Louis means “famed warrior.”
•  Majesty – This one needs no explaining, we think!
•  Marrakesh – The name of the vibrant imperial city located in the Kingdom of Morocco.
•  Mr. Fabulous – Perhaps a bit more silly than majestic, but it all depends on how you look at it!
•  Noble – For a sleek, aristocratic kind of kitten.
•  Oberon – The King of the Fairies, Oberon means “elf ruler.”
•  Philip – Kings of Spain have a history of holding this popular name.
•  Pomp – A nickname for “pompous,” but we suggest it with all the love in the world for our pompous little felines!
•  Prince – Why not name your little prince, well…Prince!
•  Raj – The Sanskrit name for “king.”
•  Ramses – One of the most famous pharaohs in ancient Egyptian history.
•  Regal – A name befitting a majestic cat.
•  Romanov – Named for the royal Russian Romanov family.
•  Royal – This name honestly works for a little king or a little queen.
• Saffron –An exotic and expensive spice found in Indian food, it is known not only for its rich flavor and aroma, but also its golden hue.
•  Sargon – Also known as Sargon the Great, this Akkadian ruler is often recognized by historians as history’s first ruler over an empire.
•  Sheik – A venerable title in Arabic.
•  Silver – A precious metal that would be a beautiful name for a grey coated kitty.
•  Sire – Don’t many male cats expect to be addressed as “sire”? Might as well give him that name!
•  Sir – If “Sire” is too much, there’s always the funny “Sir,” which is another name that pairs nicely with a second name after it.
•  Stannis – In Game of Thrones, Stannis Baratheon was one of the characters to attempt to claim the iron throne for himself.
•  Sultan – A kingly title from various Middle Eastern kingdoms.
•  Targaryen – A name for one of the family houses in Game of Thrones.
•  Throne – Speaking of thrones, why not name your majestic kitty after the royal chair?
•  Tommen – One of the kings to sit on the Iron Throne in Game of Thrones.
•  Triton – King Triton is the ruler of the merfold in The Little Mermaid and is based on the Greek god of the sea, and son of Poseidon.
•  Truffle – An adorable name of one of the rarer culinary treats, the truffle mushroom.
• Viserys – The name of Queen Daenarys’ brother in Game of Thrones.
• William – This name means“strong-willed warrior”and has been held by four kings of England. A good name for the stubborn cat.
• Windsor – The majestic name of the royal British family.
• Macbeth – A tragic and dark king in Shakespeare’s play of the same name.
• Mars – The Roman god of war who is so majestic, he got a planet named after him!
• Merlin – The wizard depicted in Arthurian legend.
• Odin – The Norse All Father, Odin is a wise god with tremendous power, knowledge and heroism.
• Odysseus – The king of Ithaca in Homer’s The Odyssey.
• Osiris – The ancient Egyptian god of fertility, agriculture, the afterlife, resurrection, and vegetation, Osiris was absolutely central to ancient Egyptian religion.
• Pan – A god of the wilds who is depicted as a satyr, Pan is all things untamed and majestic about the natural world.
• Paris – France’s beautifully romantic and majestic city.
• Pharaoh – The majestic kingly title for ancient Egyptian royalty.
• Rich – It may seem obvious, but what would majesty be without riches?
• Rome – One of history’s most famous and far reaching empires, the city of Rome in Italy has one of the most vibrant and majestic histories in all the world.
• Stark – One of the family house names in Game of Thrones.
• Sultan – A middle Eastern king.
• Thor – The mighty Norse god of thunder.
• Tristan – A heroic figure in Celtic lore known in the romantic story of Tristan and Isolde.
• Troy – An ancient city and setting for the classic Homer tale, The Odyssey.
• Ulysses – A Roman version of Odyssyus.
• Zeus – In Greek mythology, Zeus is the head honcho, and his power and personality is grand and majestic in scale.

Female Majestic Cat Names

• Albertine –  A feminized version of Albert meaning “noble.”
• Alazne – A Basque name that means “miracle.”
• Aliyah – The Hebrew word for “ascending”
• Althea – The Greek name that means ‘blessed with healing abilities,’ and is used for shamans and herb-healers of yester-year.
• Alexandra – The feminene of Alexander, as in Alexander the Great.
• Amira – A name of Arabic origin that means “princess.”
• Anastasia – One of the most fascinating and enduring figures of the 20th century was princess Anastasia of the Romanov family, and the hopeful legend that she managed to escape her family’s ill fate.
• Anna – A princess name, such as in Disney’s Frozen.
• Aphrodite – The Greek goddess of love, this majestic name would be great for a pretty and affectionate cat.
• Ariel – The princess in The Little Mermaid, whose name also means “lion of God.”
• Artemis – The Goddess of the Hunt in Greek mythology.
• Arwen – A beautiful elven queen in J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings.
• Astrid – An old Norse name that means “blessed,” “beautiful,” and “fair.
• Athena – The patron goddess of Athens, Athena was als a goddess of war and wisdom.
• Aurora – This lovely name of the princess in Sleeping Beauty also describes the majestic Northern Lights or the Aurora Borealis.

• Audrey – Audrey Hepburn is one of Hollywood’s classic actresses, and was known for her graceful and elegant demeanor. Incidentally, Audrey Hepburn was semi-royalty – her mother was a Dutch baroness.
• Autumn – For a naturally majestic scene, take a look at the changing autumn leaves of New England. A pretty name for a pretty orange cat.
• Aviva – A Hebrew name meaning the spring season, which is boundless in its majesty with the earth’s blooming flowers and luscious after- winter greenery.
• Bastet – The Egyptian goddess of beauty that is depicted as a woman with the head of a black cat.
• Belle – A French name meaning “beautiful,” Belle becomes a princess in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.
• Bernice – This strong Greek name means “she who brings victory.”
• Brigitte – A Celtic name meaning “strength” and “exalted one.”
• Calliope – One of the prominent Muses of ancient Greek lore, this name means “beautiful-voiced.”
• Camilla – A name of Latin origins meaning “helper to the priest,” you might recognize this as the name of the current British royal, Camilla Duchess of Cornwall.
• Carmel – This name means “God’s vineyard” in Hebrew and is name to a gorgeous mountain range in Northern Israel.
• Caroline – A feminine version of “Carl,” this name has been popular amongst European royalty for centuries.
• Cashmere – A soft, luxurious material made of goat hair. Great of the especially soft kitty cat. 
• Catherine – Name your kitty cat for Catherine the Great of Russia, one of history’s most famous and fascinating rulers.
• Celeste – Meaning “celestial,” this name makes us think of the grand majesty of our universe, with all its stars, planets, wonders and mystery.
• Ceres – The Roman goddess of the harvest.
• Cersei – One of the queens to ascend to the Iron Throne in Game of Thrones.
• Charisma – Can anyone be majestic without possessing this important quality of charm?
• Charlotte – The feminine of Charles, this name is beloved by several royals in European history.
•  Chateau – A large French manor or castle, name your homebody kitty for this majestic home.
• Countess – A noble title for a noble kitty.
• Cressida – An opulent Greek name meaning “gold,” Cressida is also a Shakespearean character from his play Troilus and Cressida.
• Cybele – An ancient Greek Goddess whose name means “Mother to all the Gods.” So…she’s kind of a big deal, and so is your kitty.
• Daphne – This cute name means “laurel” and in Greek mythology was a name of a water nymph.
• Daenerys – The name of one of the royal characters in the Game of Thrones.
• Dahlia – A gorgeous and ornate flower.
• Demeter – A name of Greek origin meaning “earth mother.” Demeter is the Greek goddess of grain, agriculture, and the harvest, growth and nourishment.
• Diana – One of the world’s most beloved royals, Princess Diana was as regal and majestic as she was kind and graceful
• Elektra – In Strauss’ opera Elektra, the title character is strong and braive, seeking vengeance against her mother who murdered her father and the King.
• Elizabeth – Two of England’s most famous and loved queens share this noble name.
• Elsa – One of the princesses in Disney’s Frozen.

• Elysia – A name for a sort of ancient Greek heaven.
• Emerald – A gorgeous green precious gem.
• Estelle – A name meaning “star.”
• Europa – A queen of Crete and one of Zeus’ lovers, Europa also had a whole continent named after her!
• Fantasy – Whether you are a fan of fantasy literature, movies, shows or games, this could be a fun name for the fantasy nerd cat owner.
• Fiona – A name honoring everyone’s ogre queen from the Shrek movies, Fiona means “white” or “fair.”
• Freyja – The popular Norse goddess of love and fertility, it also happens to mean “noble woman” or “lady.”
• Galadriel – An elven queen of great wisdom and beauty in The Lord of the Rings.
• Garnet –A deep red stone that is so dark it is almost a velvety black in color.
• Goddess – For the powerful, regal female cat.
• Grace – For the graceful feline.
• Guinevere – An ancient English queen who was married to the legendary King Arthur.
• Hecate – A powerful and intimidating goddess of Greek lore, Hecate is the goddess of witchcraft and the crossroads.
• Helen – Helen of Troy is described as the most beautiful of women in her lore, and her name simply means “light.”
• Hera – The Greek goddess of marriage.
• Hestia – The ancient Greek goddess of hearth and home makes for a fitting name for your regal kitty at home.
• Isabella – A Latinized version of Elizabeth, this is has been a popular queenly name in Spain.
• Isis – An Ancient Egyptian goddess whose name means “Woman of the Throne.”
• Isolde – This Irish princess’ story is told in the Celtic tale of Tristan and Isolde.
• Ivory – A beautifully majestic name for a pure white cat.
• Jade – A beautiful precious green stone that is highly prized in East Asia, Jade is a beautiful name for a green-eyed cat.
• Jasmine – Not just the name of the princess in Aladdin, Jasmine is also a sweetly fragrant flower that is popular in luxurious teas and essential oils.
• Jewel – A fitting name for our little precious jewel.
• Juno – Juno is also known as the Goddess Hera in classical Greek mythology, it means ‘the blessed Queen.’
• Kennedy – The Kennedys may just be the closest an American family has ever come to being American royalty.
• Khaleesi – The Dothraki title for Queen Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones.
• Keilani – A Hawaiian name meaning “heavens, sky.”
• Lavish – Because some kitties enjoy living a life of lavish luxury!
• Leda – A Greek name that means “happy,” Leda was also the mother of the beautiful Helen of Troy.
• Lilith – In Jewish lore, Lilith was the first wife of Adam. Her name means “night,” and she eventually became the mother of demons. Spooky, but majestic all the same!

• Lioness – The Queen of the Jungle.
• Lily – A beautiful, majestic flower rich in symbolism, especially white ones.
• Lotus – This flower is also known as the “Nile flower.” A beautiful aquatic flower steeped in lore and spiritual symbolism, the lotus seeds can sprout even after many centuries.
• Luxury – For the feline who appreciates the finer things in life!
• Margaret – This name with Greek origins happens to mean “pearl.”
• Marian – Maid Marian is the name of Robin Hood’s beloved in his legendary folk tales.
• Marvella – A feminized version of “marvel.”
• Medea – A name meaning “cunning” Medea was a powerful sorceress in Greek mythology.
• Meadow – If you have ever seen a meadow of newly blossomed flower and filled with all the richness of nature, then you understand why this name gets to be on this list!
• Milan – A female warrior who disguised herself as a man to fight against the invading Huns for her people.
• Miranda – For a most beautiful cat, this Latin name means “miraculous” or “wonderful to look at.”
• Morgan – Morgan la Fay is a powerful enchantress in Aruthurian legend.
• Naomi –  A Hebrew name with Biblical roots, it means ‘pleasant’ or a’ blessing.
• Norma – Vincenzo Bellini’s Norma is the head of the Druids, and depicts a fascinating, strong and fierce queen.
• Olwen – A name meaning”white footprint” or “white track,” and according to Welsh legend, Olwen was a princess so delicate and gentle that white flowers would grow in her footsteps.
• Opal – A gorgeous iridescent stone that depicts a multitude of colors when the light hits it just right.
• Opera – A majestic form of music and storytelling, we imagine a very vocal kitty with this name.
• Pearl – A precious jewel created in the shell of an oyster.
• Penelope –A Greek name that means “weaver,” Penelope is Odyssyus’ faithful wife in Homer’s The Odyssey.
• Persephone – A tragic goddess who is the queen of the underworld in Greek mythology.
• Phillipa – The cute sounding feminine of Philip, which means “friend of horses.”
• Princess – If you already treat your little girl like a princess, then why not name her the same?
• Purple – Why not name your little majesty after this rich color, often a favorite amongst royalty?
• Queen – A fun name for your little ruler.
• Rhiannon – A Welsh name meaning “great queen,” Rhiannon is a prominent figure in Welsh mythology and history.
• Rosalind – A Germanic name that means “gentle horse,” an image that evokes elegance and quiet strength.
• Rose – This flower is perhaps the most widely recognized and beloved bloom out theore, and is known for its romantic symbolism, soft, beautiful petals and delicate, sweet smell.
• Royalty – Much like the name Royal, we know this one is a little bit on the nose, but it still works!
• Ruby – A deep, vibrant red precious gem.
• Salome – Strauss’s character in his opera Salome (adapted from the Oscar Wilde play) is also a character not to be messed with.  This Judean princess is passionate and fascinating.

Majestic Black Cat Names

• Sansa – The Queen of the North in Game of Thrones.
• Sapphire – A beautiful precious gem that is typically known for its rich blue color.
• Sarah – A Hebrew name meaning “princess,” Sarah is the original matriarch in the Bible.
• Satin – A luxurious, smooth and soft material, which would make for a nice name for a sleek kitty cat.
• Savannah –The word to describe the plains of Africa, in all of their sweeping and majestic natural beauty.
• Selene – The Greek moon goddess.
• Silk – Another material of luxury known for its smoothness
• Sophie – Named for Countess Sophie of Wessex, Sophie means “wisdom” in Greek.
• Summer – The summer season has its own bright, majestic feel to it, and it makes for a pretty kitty name.
• Susan the Gentle – Queen Susan the Gentle in the Chronicles of Narnia is a bold leader, wise beyond her years, and she is, as her name suggests, a gentle soul.
• Symphony – For the cat that likes to relax and enjoy your soothing classical music choices during one of their daytime naps.
• Tiana – The name of the Disney princess in The Princess and the Frog.
• Titania – The name of the Queen of the Fairies, which means “great one.”
• Tosca – In Puccini’s opera entitled Tosca, the title character is  a fierce prima donna caught up in a tense conflict that could cost her the man she loves. Drama!
• Velvet – A soft, luxurious material that is unbelievably soft, name an especially soft kitty this name.
• Venus – The Roman goddess of love with a planet named in her honor.
• Victoria – Named for Queen Victoria, the second-longest reigning monarch in English history who had an entire fascinating era named after her.
• Winter – We are thinking of dramatic, snow-covered landscapes and mountains with this name that would work so well for a white cat.
• Xena – Named for the character from Xena: Warrior Princess.
• Yara – A member of the House of Greyjoy in Game of Thrones.

Whether you are looking to name your cat after a majestic person, place or thing, we hope that this long list gives you some good ideas for christening your majestic furry friend.