Summer might be the best time of year. The sun is shining, children get a break from school, andย kitten seasonย is in full swingโso you mightโve just adopted a cat of your own!
Below is a list of 75 summer-themed cat names to help you name your new pet. These names draw from summer flowers, beach themes, and more.
Summer Cat Names for Female Cats
First up for our summer theme are female cat names. We took inspiration for our list of girl cat names from beach vacations, summer flora, and the summer months themselvesโwith a few miscellaneous names sprinkled in for good measure.
- Sandyย โ Reminiscent of sandy beach vacations.
- Coralย โ Coral symbolizes beauty and happiness.
- Breezyย โ Perfect for an easy-going cat.
- Cordeliaย โ A Latin name meaning โdaughter of the sea.โ
- Moanaย โ After Disneyโsย Moana,ย this name means โocean.โ
- Juneย โ Based on the first month of summer.
- Lilyย โ These plants commonly bloom in summer.
- Lavenderย โ The scent of lavender is calming for people and cats alike.
- Poppyย โ These gorgeous flowers bloom in summer.
- Sunflowerย โ We associate these large flowers with joy due to their vibrant yellow colors.
- Peachesย โ A sweet fruit that symbolizes youth.
- Zinniaย โ Bright flowers that come in a range of colors.
- Catalinaย โ This name can mean โclear,โ like beautiful summer skies or clean bodies of water.
- Ladybugย โ These spotted insects are said to bring good luck!
- Sunshineย โ When we think of summer, one of the first things that comes to mind is basking in the sun.
- Summerย โ This name encompasses all of the beauty of the season.
- Dawnย โ Thereโs nothing like a summer sunrise.
- Irisย โ These unusual flowers represent strength and hope.
- Marigoldย โ A cat with this name can also be called โGoldieโ for short.
- Rubyย โ The birthstone for the month of July.
- Pearlย โ Juneโs birthstone, symbolic of innocence and love.
- Kiraย โ This beautiful name means โshiningโ or โbeam of light.โ
- Lunaย โ This means moon, as in summer moonlit walks.
- Skyeย โ From clear blue skies to summer sunsets, this name represents beauty and calmness.
- Birdieย โ After nesting in the spring, we see a lot of little birds out in summer.
- Auroraย โ Like the Disney princess fromย Sleeping Beauty.
- Daisyย โ These white and yellow flowers represent innocence and youth.
Summer Cat Names for Male Cats
There are lots of ocean and animal names on our list of summer-themed male cat names. Browse cute names for your boy cat below.
- Berryย โ For the sweetest cats of all!
- Reefย โ A ridge just below the seaโs surfaceโthis name pairs perfectly with Coral!
- Tideย โ Tides are reliable but somewhat unpredictable, sometimes gentle and other times harsh.
- Poseidon โย The Greek god of the seas.
- Jettย โ Perfect for a cat with an adventurous spirit.
- Finnย โ An Irish name meaning โfairโ and โblessed.โ
- Sharkย โ Great for the kitten that likes to hide and stalk his toys!
- Leoย โ The zodiac sign given to those born in late July to late August, which represents a courageous lion.
- Bugย โ A sweet name for a tiny cat or kitten.
- Waveย โ For a cat as majestic as the sea itself.
- Auggieย โ Shortened form ofย the summer month of โAugust.โ
- Forrestย โ The forest is a beautiful place in the summer, teeming with blossoms and wildlife.
- Rayย โ After the rays of the sun.
- Crabbyย โ In some cultures, crabs represent new birth and beginnings.
- Shrimpย โ These tiny crustaceans are tougher than they look.
- Duneย โ A dune is a sandy hill blown together by the wind.
- Cyrusย โ This Persian name means โlightโ or โsun.โ
- Lucaย โ An Italian name that means โbringer of light.โ
- Birchย โ Birch trees represent growth and curiosity.
- Blazeย โ Shining brightly like the sun.
- Phoenixย โ For the cat that seems to have more than nine lives!
Gender-Neutral Summer Cat Names
Youโre sure to find a great gender-neutral summer cat name from our picks below. Weโve taken inspiration from the ocean to the sky and everything in between to compile this list.
- Bayย โ Bays symbolize connection and togetherness.
- Hurricaneย โ A strong ocean storm.
- Ferryย โ Ferries are reliable boats that transport goods or people across small bodies of water.
- Sailorย โ A sailor works on a boat as part of a team.
- Augustย โ Those born in August are said to be confident and loyal.
- Coconutย โ This fruit reminds us of palm trees!
- Melonย โ A fruit that symbolizes wealth and good health.
- Strawberryย โ Strawberry plants really take off in the summer months!
- Sunnyย โ Can also be spelled Sonny for your male cats.
- Goldyย โ Golden like the glow of the sun.
- Juniperย โ An evergreen tree with a name that reminds us of the month of June.
- Coveย โ A small, sheltered bay.
- Oceanย โ Full of mystery and unique beauty.
- Fireflyย โ These bugs shine even the darkest summer nights.
- Aquaย โ Water represents power and transforming into something newโperfect for a rescue cat!
- Beeย โ We wouldnโt have any summer blooms without the bees to pollinate them.
- Bumbleย โ A fuzzy, round bee.
- Julyย โ Those born in July are said to be sensitive and nurturing.
- Asterย โ A purple flower that blooms in the summer.
- Dylanย โ A Welsh name that means โson of the sea.โ
- Kaiย โ A Hawaiian name that means โsea.โ
- Sโmoresย โ The best summer snack.
- Flip Flopย โ Can be used as a single name or for a pair of kittens.
- Splashย โ A great name for white cats with โsplashesโ of color in their coats.
- Lemonย โ Perfect for a stray with a sour personality (but we know theyโll warm up someday)!
- Mangoย โ A good name for a sweet, orange cat.
- Stormย โ For your rambunctious kitten thatโs lightning quick.
- Thunderย โ For cats that loudly announce their presence!
We hope youโve found a few name ideas for your summer cats. These names can suit all breeds and cats of any color, fromย tabby catsย toย black cats. For more inspiration, think of your favorite summer activities and foods. Thereโs so much to draw from in the summer months!