Top 20 Cat Names in Australia 2026 - Plus the Trends Shaping This Year
Bringing a new cat or kitten into your home is one of life's better decisions. And while you've probably already decided on the food, the bed and whether they're allowed on the couch (they are, let's be honest) - the name is the fun part.
We've pulled together the most popular cat names in Australia right now, based on pet insurance data from thousands of registered cats across the country. Plus our own predictions for where naming trends are headed in 2026.
Australia's Most Popular Cat Names for 2025
These lists are based on Pet Insurance Australia data from insured cats nationwide - so they reflect what real Australian cat owners are actually naming their cats, not just what sounds good in theory.
Top Female Cat Names
- Luna
- Willow
- Daisy
- Lucy
- Angel
- Millie
- Molly
- Annie
- Bella
- Coco
- Rosie
- Tilly
- Poppy
- Cleo
- Mia
- Ruby
- Violet
- Stella
- Lulu
- Pepper
Top Male Cat Names
- Leo
- Milo
- Bluey
- Billy
- Simba
- Archie
- Bear
- Oreo
- Merlin
- Mochi
- Ollie
- Charlie
- Max
- Hugo
- Jasper
- Loki
- Teddy
- Oscar
- Felix
- Apollo
What the 2025 Data Tells Us
Luna and Leo are holding firm at the top. They've been consistent favourites for years now and show no signs of budging.
But the most interesting story is in the names pushing into the top ten for the first time.
Bluey landing at number three for male cats is about as Australian as it gets. Whether it's a nod to the beloved kids' show or just a love of blue-eyed kittens, it's a name that feels distinctly local.
Food-inspired names are having a genuine moment. Oreo and Mochi both cracking the top ten for males reflects a broader trend of cat owners reaching for names that are playful, a little unexpected and very Instagrammable. Expect this to continue.
Fantasy and mythology names are quietly surging. Merlin, Loki, Zeus and Apollo all feature - cat owners are increasingly treating their cats with the gravitas they clearly believe they deserve.
Our Predictions for 2026
Based on what we're seeing in the data and broader naming trends, here's where we think things are heading:
Short, punchy two-syllable names will continue to dominate. Leo, Milo, Luna, Willow - they're easy to call out and cats actually respond to them better than longer names.
Cottage core and nature names are on the rise for females. Expect names like Fern, Ivy, Sage and Wren to start appearing more frequently as the aesthetic continues its grip on Australian interiors (and apparently, cats).
Pop culture will keep influencing the male list. Whatever dominates streaming in 2025 will show up in cat names by 2026. We're watching closely.
Food names aren't going anywhere. If anything, expect more, Biscuit, Miso, Tahini and Dumpling are all waiting in the wings.
Once You've Chosen the Perfect Name
The next step is making it official. Our brass ID tags are laser engraved with your cat's name right here in Brisbane - petite, lightweight and made to last. Choose from round or heart shaped, engraved front and back so your contact details are always there when you need them. And if they're a new kitten, our leather kitten collar is the perfect place to start.
