Why Aristocats Names Are Purr-fect

Let’s be honest – naming a cat is a big deal. I spent three days staring at my rescue kitten before settling on a name that fit her sassy personality. If you’re struggling like I did, why not draw inspiration from Disney’s The Aristocats?

This 1970 classic isn’t just a nostalgic favorite; it’s a goldmine of sophisticated yet adorable cat names. I love that the film was actually inspired by a true story of Parisian cats inheriting a fortune (seriously, some cats live better lives than I do!).

Whether your new furry roommate is elegantly licking their paws or chaotically zooming around at 3 AM, there’s an Aristocats name with their whiskers written all over it.

Female Aristocats Names

Duchess

Duchess is the definition of feline grace – a loving mother with impeccable manners who still knows how to have fun. I’ve met a few “Duchess” cats at the shelter where I volunteer, and they all seem to live up to the name’s regality.

This name works perfectly if your cat has that “don’t touch me unless I permit it” energy or if she somehow manages to look photoshoot-ready even after napping in a laundry basket.

My favorite Duchess moment? When she delivers that perfectly sassy line: “We are just as human as anyone else!” (voiced by the fabulous Eva Gabor).

Marie

If your kitten has more personality than size, Marie might be her perfect match. This little white fluffball is equal parts adorable and feisty.

I named my friend’s kitten Marie after watching her swat at a dog three times her size. As Marie herself would say, “Ladies don’t start fights, but they can finish them!” That tiny cat energy needs a name that packs a punch.

Male Aristocats Names

Berlioz

I’ve always had a soft spot for Berlioz, the shy piano-playing kitten. If your cat is the sensitive type who gets startled by their own shadow but occasionally bursts into random energy, Berlioz captures that duality perfectly.

My neighbor’s black cat Berlioz lives up to his namesake – he literally walks across their keyboard at night, creating what they jokingly call “midnight sonatas.”

Toulouse

Got a curious orange troublemaker who’s always getting into your art supplies? Toulouse is your go-to. Named after painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, this artistic kitten brings creative chaos wherever he goes.

My sister’s Toulouse has painted more “masterpieces” with his paw prints than she has with her actual brushes. It’s the perfect name for cats who see your home as their personal canvas.

Thomas O’Malley

There’s something irresistible about a street-smart charmer, right? Thomas O’Malley (or just O’Malley) works wonderfully for those independent souls who chose you rather than the other way around.

My cousin adopted a stray who sauntered in through their window during a rainstorm, made himself comfortable on their couch, and never left. O’Malley was the only fitting name for such confidence!

And let’s not forget his full name—Abraham de Lacy Giuseppe Casey Thomas O’Malley—perfect for when your cat is in serious trouble!

Other Aristocats-Inspired Names That Steal the Show

Roquefort

I’ve always thought the bravest character in the movie wasn’t even a cat – it was Roquefort, the tiny mouse with a lion’s courage. This name is adorably ironic for a small cat with big bravery.

Plus, yelling “Roquefort, get off the counter!” just sounds delightfully absurd.

Edgar

Yes, he’s technically the villain, but Edgar makes a hilariously tongue-in-cheek name for a cat who’s always plotting something. My friend’s cat Edgar mysteriously appears whenever food is being prepared and has perfected the art of opening closed doors.

Some cats just have that villainous charm that makes an Edgar name tag too perfect to resist.

Give Your Cat a Title (Because Why Not?)

Want to take your cat’s name to the next level of fancy? Add an aristocratic title:

• Baron/Baroness: “Baroness Mittens demands her dinner served promptly at six.”
• Count/Countess: “Count Whiskers is surveying his kingdom from atop the refrigerator.”
• Duke/Duchess: “Duke Fluffington does not appreciate the vacuum cleaner entering his territory.”

I personally love the ridiculous contrast of calling a cat who’s licking their butt “Countess Sophia” – it’s the little joys in life.

How to Pick a Name That Actually Sticks

After fostering over a dozen cats, I’ve learned a few tricks about naming:

• Watch them for 48 hours: My “Princess” quickly became “Chaos Agent” after I saw her true colors.
• Try the name out loud: If you feel silly calling it across your apartment, try something else.
• Keep it simple-ish: Your cat might respond to “Sir Fluffington III,” but “Fluffy” will be easier when you’re trying to get them off the curtains.
• Consider your neighbors: They’ll hear you calling this name through open windows for years to come.

Make It Official (And Free!)

Found the perfect aristocratic name? Visit us at House of Paw to use our cat name generator and get a free Paw-some Title Deed for your newly-named nobility. It’s a fun keepsake and makes for adorable social media content (because we all know your cat needs their own Instagram).

Final Thoughts

Naming your cat is one of your first acts of bonding – enjoy it! Whether you go with Marie, O’Malley, or something completely different, your cat will inevitably earn a dozen nicknames anyway. My “Duchess” somehow became “Duchess McFurrypants” and eventually just “McFurry” within two weeks.

The perfect name isn’t about sophistication or cleverness – it’s the one that makes you smile when you call them home.