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153 Spanish Cat Names for Vibrant Gatos

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Spanish is one of the most beautiful languages in the world. It’s also spoken by 500 million people in the world. So whether you hail from a Spanish-speaking country, have fallen in love with the language, or have a serious affinity for all things Spanish culture, there’s plenty of inspiration for Spanish cat names.

We’ve put together an extensive list of cat names in Spanish to help you narrow down your choice. And if you are looking for cute names or more unique, exotic names, we’ve got those for you, too. Keep reading for some of our favorites.

Most Popular Spanish Cat Names

Naming your new kitten to honor your Spanish heritage or love of Spanish culture shouldn’t be stressful! Here are 20 of the best Spanish cat names:

  • Lucia (light)
  • Martin (warlike)
  • Vida (life)
  • Sofia (wisdom)
  • Pablo (small/humble)
  • Hugo (mind)
  • Mateo (gift of god)
  • Valeria (to be strong)
  • Carlos (valiant)
  • Ernesto (sincere)
  • Valentina (strength)
  • Thiago (may God protect)
  • Milena (gracious)
  • Esperanza (hope)
  • Concha (shell)
  • Clareta (clear)
  • Sol (sun)
  • Felisa (lucky)

Male Spanish Cat Names

No one is more special than your little gatito, which is why he deserves an awesome name. Here are 40 of the best male Spanish cat names:

  • Leo (lion)
  • Alvaro (guardian)
  • Mario (manly)
  • Manuel (god with us)
  • Javier (new house)
  • Dario (possessing goodness)
  • Gonzalo (battle)
  • Izan (steadfast)
  • Santiago (Saint James)
  • José (god will give)
  • Diego (supplanter)
  • Juan (god is gracious)
  • Santino (little saint)
  • Vicente (conquering, winning)
  • Andrés (warrior)
  • Maximiliano (greatest)
  • Rodrigo (fame, renown)
  • Eduardo (wealthy guard)
  • Mauricio (gift of god)
  • Adrián (wealthy)
  • Gonzalo (saved from combat)
  • Marcos (of Mars)
  • Salvador (savior)
  • Pedro (stone, rock)
  • Jorge (farmer)
  • Bautista (baptist)
  • Rafael (god has healed)
  • Esteban (crown, garland)
  • Alonso (ready for battle)
  • Fernando (courageous)
  • Agusto (majestic)
  • Geraldo (spear ruler)
  • Guillermo (strong willed warrior)
  • Enzo (rules his household)
  • Ramon (counsel protection)
  • Humberto (intelligent)
  • Sergio (servant)
  • Enrique (home ruler)
  • Tadeo (praise)
  • Reyes (king)

Female Spanish Cat Names

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If you’re struggling to choose a name for your sweet girl, here are 40 female names to help you find the perfect one:

  • Alba (white)
  • Carmen (garden)
  • Laia (wells spoken)
  • Ana (favored grace)
  • Angelina (messenger)
  • Elena (bright)
  • Jada (precious stone)
  • Liliana (pure)
  • Maya (water)
  • Maria (of the sea)
  • Martina (warlike)
  • Paula (humble)
  • Adella (of the nobility)
  • Isabella (pledged to god)
  • Emilia (laborious)
  • Camila (religious attendant) 
  • Guadalupe (river of the wolf)
  • Adriana (dark)
  • Savannah (treeless plain)
  • Isla (island)
  • Callista (most beautiful) 
  • Cristina (anointed)
  • Letizia (joy)
  • Rosa (rose)
  • Magdalena (woman from Magdala)
  • Beatriz (brings happiness)
  • Carolina (free, strong)
  • Daniela (god is my judge)
  • Gabriela (god is my strength)
  • Isabel (pledged to god)
  • Julieta (youthful)
  • Alma (soul)
  • Reina (queen)
  • Estela (star)
  • Luna (moon)
  • Frida (peace)
  • Vera (faith)
  • Josefina (god shall add)
  • Yolanda (violet flower)
  • Irma (world)

Exotic Spanish Cat Names

Looking for a more unique name for your kitten? Here are 13 exotic cat names to consider.

  • Xochitl (flower)
  • Mariposa (butterfly)
  • Cielo (sky)
  • Maristela (star of the sea)
  • Triana (three rivers)
  • Cristóbal (Christ bearer)
  • Belkis (pretty girl)
  • Aitana (glory)
  • Esmerelda (emerald)
  • Jimena (herd)
  • Alondra (defender)
  • Itzel (rainbow lady)
  • Gael (light)

Cute Spanish Cat Names

Your kitten is just too adorable to not choose a name that doesn’t match her cuteness. Here are 20 cute names you might like:

  • Ángel
  • Bebé (baby)
  • Precioso/a (gorgeous)
  • Cielo (heaven)
  • Lediana (happy)
  • Catalina (pure)
  • Cariño (sweetheart)
  • Cielito (darling)
  • Tesoro (treasure)
  • Principe (prince)
  • Sirenita (little mermaid)
  • Bonita/o (pretty)
  • Dulce (sweet)
  • Rico (rich)
  • Amado/a (beloved)
  • Brillantina (glitter)
  • Diminuta/o (tiny)
  • Belleza (beauty)
  • Celeste (light blue)
  • Sangria (Spanish wine and fruit drink)

Funny Spanish Cat Names

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Your friends and family will crack a smile every time they hear these Spanish cat names. Here are 20 funny cat names to add some humor to your household: 

  • Chaparrita (short one)
  • Chino (curly one)
  • Jefe (boss)
  • Chiflado (crazy)
  • Gordito/a (fatty)
  • Esé (homeboy)
  • Esponjosa/o (fluffy)
  • Canijo (stumpy)
  • Churro (fried dough)
  • Vato (dude)
  • Chorizo (spicy Spanish sausage)
  • Jamón (ham)
  • Desaliñada/o (scruffy)
  • Gruñón/a (grumpy)
  • Galleta (cookie)
  • Luchador/a (feisty)
  • Jengibre (ginger)
  • Corazón (heart)
  • Queso (cheese)
  • Guapa (beautiful)