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200 Food Names for Cats You’ll Eat Right Up

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What’s in a name? When it comes to cats, plenty!

Many people are surprised to learn that, just like dogs, cats know their given names. According to a recent study, our feline friends can easily distinguish their monikers from other words—even if they don’t always act like it. (In other words, yes, Mr. Sprinkles is ignoring you.)

Think outside the box and pick something that even the most aloof kitty can’t help but respond to. And what do cats (and people!) like more than food?

Whether you’re looking for a name that’s sweet or salty, spicy or sour, this list of food names for cats will provide endless—and delicious—inspiration.

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There are endless cute food names for cats. Where to start? You can’t go wrong with one of these culinary crowd-pleasers. 

  • Bagel
  • Bean
  • Caviar
  • Chili
  • Cupcake
  • Falafel
  • Gelato
  • Nacho
  • Nugget
  • Pancake
  • Pop Tart
  • Ricotta
  • Sesame
  • Sprinkles
  • Taco
  • Tater Tot
  • Tuna
  • Twizzler
  • Whiskey
  • Wonton

Food Names for Girl Cats

Cat sniffing pink cupcakes

Looking for a more feminine food-inspired name for your feline? We have you covered with these food names for girl cats.

  • Ambrosia
  • BonBon
  • Candy
  • Chai
  • Cinnamon
  • Cookie
  • Crumble
  • Custard
  • Honey
  • Juniper
  • Margarita
  • Mocha
  • Mozzarella
  • Muffin
  • Nutella
  • Olive
  • Penne
  • Rosemary
  • Strawberry
  • Sugar

Food Names for Male Cats

Male cat getting treat from owner

Don’t worry, toms—we have plenty of nom-worthy names for you, too.

  • Biscuit
  • Caesar
  • Dill
  • Dim Sum
  • Dumpling
  • Hoagie
  • Hot Dog
  • Lasagna
  • Lentil
  • Noodle
  • Omelet
  • Pickle
  • Pumpernickel
  • Queso
  • Ravioli
  • Reuben
  • Schnitzel
  • Tabasco
  • Tofu
  • Waffle

Sweet Food Names for Cats

cat surrounded by pastries and jam

If you’d like a sweet name for your sweetie, you’ve come to the right place. These bakery-inspired choices are sugar-coated and honey-dipped.  

  • Butterscotch
  • Cannoli
  • Caramel
  • Cashew
  • Churro
  • Cocoa
  • Croissant
  • Eclair
  • Fudge
  • Granola
  • Jelly
  • Macaron
  • Milkshake
  • Mousse
  • Nougat
  • Pudding
  • Puff
  • Sorbet
  • Strudel
  • Vanilla

Food Names for Orange Cats

Orange cat outside on wall

Orange you glad we remembered the gingers? Check out these names for our red-headed furriends. 

  • Apricot
  • Cantaloupe
  • Carrot
  • Cheddar
  • Cheeto
  • Clementine
  • Creamsicle
  • Dorito
  • Ginger
  • Kumquat
  • Mandarin
  • Mango
  • Marmalade
  • Okra
  • Peaches
  • Persimmon
  • Pumpkin
  • Saffron
  • Squash
  • Sweet Potato

Japanese Food Names for Cats

Cat and sushi at restaurant

Symbols of good luck and prosperity, cats have a special place in Japanese culture. Honor the homeland of Hello Kitty with these Japanese food names.

  • Bento
  • Chopstick
  • Dashi
  • Kani
  • Matcha
  • Mirin
  • Miso
  • Mochi
  • Nori
  • Onigiri
  • Ramen
  • Sake
  • Sashimi
  • Soba
  • Sukiyaki
  • Sushi
  • Tempura
  • Tonkatsu
  • Udon
  • Wasabi

Candy Names for Cats

Cat pawing at lollipop

With whimsical names and sweet connotations, the candy shop is a natural place to look for cat name inspiration. 

  • Gumdrop
  • Hershey
  • Jelly Bean
  • Licorice
  • Kit Kat
  • Marshmallow
  • Milky Way
  • Pez
  • Pixie
  • Pop Rock
  • Reese
  • Riesen
  • Smartie
  • Skittles
  • Snickers
  • Starburst
  • Taffy
  • Tootsie
  • Twix
  • Willy Wonka

Fruit Names for Cats

Kitten in apple orchard

For a healthier approach, the produce world offers a cornucopia of cat names. Check out these fresh fruit cat names. 

  • Applesauce
  • Apricot
  • Blackberry
  • Cherry
  • Coconut
  • Cranberry
  • Currant
  • Fig
  • Guava
  • Huckleberry
  • Kiwi
  • Mandarin
  • Mulberry
  • Papaya
  • Peach
  • Persimmon
  • Pomelo
  • Quince
  • Tamarind
  • Tangerine
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Appetizer Names for Cats

The tasty warm-up to any meal is meant to stimulate the palate. Why not consider an appetizer name for your precious feline? Choose from these fine selections.

  • Bruschetta
  • Canape
  • Charcuterie
  • Cracker
  • Fondue
  • Guacamole
  • Hummus
  • Mushroom
  • Potato
  • Pesto
  • Pita
  • Popper
  • Puff
  • Salsa
  • Skewergu
  • Slaw
  • Slider
  • Tamale
  • Tapa
  • Tart
cat with fish

Fishy Names for Cats

Fish is not only a great source of protein, but an enjoyable meal for most cats. Here are some fish-inspired names for your kitty.

  • Anchovy
  • Carp
  • Catfish
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Halibut
  • Lobster
  • Mackerel
  • Mahi Mahi
  • Mussels
  • Oyster
  • Puffer
  • Salmon
  • Sardine
  • Scallop
  • Shark
  • Snapper
  • Tilapia
  • Trout
  • Walleye