UK Cat Names 2025: Top Picks & What Your Choice Says About You
, by Robert Price, 2 min reading time
Discover the most popular UK cat names in 2025, from Luna to Loki, plus fresh ideas by personality and tips to pick the perfect name for your cat.
Naming a cat can feel more stressful than choosing your own Netflix password. Will it suit their personality? Will it sound classy in the vet’s waiting room? Gwen was nearly a Donna, which feels mad to us now, as she’s 100% Gwen to us now. Naming is serious business.
Here’s what cat parents in the UK are calling their feline overlords in 2025, plus some fun insight into what those names might say about you (or at least how you see your cat).
Most Popular Cat Names in the UK 2025
According to the latest surveys, here are the top names purring their way through British households:
· Luna
· Bella
· Milo
· Simba
· Nala
· Willow
· Tigger
· Daisy
· Loki
· Coco
What the Trends Reveal
· Human-style names: Luna, Bella, Willow… cats are family now, not “just pets.”
· Nature, celestial & mystical vibes: Names like Luna (moon) and Willow (tree) feel dreamy and comforting.
· Pop culture picks: Simba and Loki keep their spots thanks to Disney and Marvel. If your cat knocks over your mug, you can blame Loki.
· Short & sharp: One- to two-syllable names dominate because cats respond faster to them.
Fresh Cat Name Ideas by Personality
Need inspo beyond the charts? Try these personality-driven suggestions:
· For regal cats: Cleo, Duchess, Caesar, Athena.
· For playful mischief-makers: Pogo, Zippy, Loki (of course), Nibs.
· For sweet cuddle-bugs: Pudding, Honey, Muffin, Cloud.
· For mysterious, cosmic types: Nova, Orion, Cosmo (our favourite), Eclipse.
· For food-obsessed floofs: Biscuit, Noodle, Pickle, Waffles.
· For random, no reason: Nigel, Beryl, Gladys, Albert.
Cat Naming FAQs
What are the most popular cat names in the UK right now?
The top 10 for 2025 are Luna, Bella, Milo, Simba, Nala, Willow, Tigger, Daisy, Loki, and Coco.
Should I give my cat a human name?
Absolutely—most cat parents do! It helps reinforce their status as family.
Do cats actually respond to their names?
Yes—especially if they’re short and distinct. Pairing the name with positive reinforcement helps.
Can two cats in the same house have similar names?
Best avoided — Cosmo and Gizmo might confuse each other (and you). Go for different sounds.
What’s better: unique or popular names?
It’s all about you. A popular name like Luna makes sense if you love it; but quirky names like “Pickle” are brilliant if you want some added personality.
TL;DRC
The UK’s top 2025 cat names are Luna, Bella, Milo, Simba, Nala, Willow, Tigger, Daisy, Loki, and Coco. Most are short, human-inspired, and easy to call. If you’re stuck, pick a name that matches your cat’s personality—or make it cosmic and stand out.
Choose a name you’ll enjoy shouting when they’re scaling your curtains.
Gwen & Cosmo vote for “Lord Snackington.”
Send us a picture of your cat and what you named them to meow@catuniverse.co.uk