Cat Names Starting with H - Pet Name Dictionary

Cat names starting with H bring a sense of warmth and friendliness, making them perfect for cats with a lovable or laid-back nature. From classic names to more unique choices, this list offers options to suit your cat’s distinct personality and charm.

Male Cat Names

Hugo

Classic, dignified French name. Breeds: Siamese, Burmese, Persians.

Hudson

Slick city-inspired name. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, British Shorthair.

Hamilton

Elegant and timeless. Breeds: Siamese, Birman, British Shorthair.

Horatio

Elegant name, perfect for a regal cat. Breeds: Turkish Angora, Persian, Siberian.

Henley

Unique, charming British-inspired name. Breeds: British Shorthair, Ragdoll, Scottish Fold.

Hercule

French variation, reflects strength and courage. Breeds: Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Siamese.

Hidalgo

Reflects Spanish nobility. Breeds: Siamese, Turkish Van, Maine Coon.

Honcho

Perfect for natural leader cats. Breeds: Norwegian Forest, Bengal, Siamese.

Hydra

A mystical name from Greek mythology. Breeds: Sphinx, Maine Coon, Abyssinian.

Hades

A name from Greek mythology, for distinctive cats. Breeds: Bengal, Savannah, Maine Coon.

Hobbes

Popular comic-strip character, for playful cats. Breeds: Tabby, British Shorthair, American Shorthair.

Hephaestus

A creative Greek mythology name. Breeds: Maine Coon, Himalayan, Ragdoll.

Hershel

A Yiddish name meaning deer. Breeds: Siamese, Bengal, Abyssinian.

Hans

German inspired, short and sweet. Breeds: Maine Coon, Persian, Ragdoll.

Herbie

A cute, affectionate name. Breeds: Tabby, Domestic Longhair, American Shorthair.

Hodgepodge

Creative and quirky, for unique cats. Breeds: Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest, Bengal.

Hyman

Jewish origin, great for a life-loving cat. Breeds: Siamese, Scottish Fold, British Shorthair.

Helios

From Greek mythology, denotes light. Breeds: Himalayan, Sphynx, Rex.

Halley

Named after the famous comet. Breeds: Abyssinian, Bengal, Siamese.

Hurricane

Dynamic and fast, suitably named for active cats. Breeds: Bengal, Abyssinian, Siamese.

Hobbs

This name fits a playful and energetic cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, Abyssinian

Hendrix

Great for a cool, laid-back feline. Breeds: Ragdoll, Maine Coon, Bengal

Harris

Perfect for a friendly, approachable feline. Breeds: Maine Coon, Ragdoll, British Shorthair

Havoc

Ideal for a cheeky, mischievous feline. Breeds: Bengal, Abyssinian, Russian Blue

Hibiscus

Uncommon name for a unique, special cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, Russian Blue

Hashbrown

Ideal for a tan or brown cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, Burmese

Hedgehog

Perfect for a fluffy, spiky-haired cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest, Persian

Hotchkiss

Suitable for a distinguished, noble feline. Breeds: British Shorthair, Persian, Scottish Fold

Hobbit

A creative name for a small, agile cat. Breeds: Munchkin, Singapura, American Curl

Howard

A sophisticated name for classy cats. Breeds: Persian, Turkish Angora, Burmese.

Hooper

For energetic cats who love to play. Breeds: Abyssinian, Balinese, Cornish Rex.

Hickory

Suitable for breeds with hickory-brown fur. Breeds: Somali, Chausie, Cymric.

Hampton

For sophisticated and regal cats. Breeds: Persian, Birman, Maine Coon.

Haystack

Suitable for fluffy, large breeds. Breeds: Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest Cat, Persian.

Hemingway

For literature-loving owners. Breeds: Siamese, British Shorthair, Russian Blue.

Hopper

For agile and energetic breeds. Breeds: Bengal, Siamese, Abyssinian.

Hammock

For lazy, laid-back breeds. Breeds: Persian, Ragdoll, British Shorthair.

Hotshot

A fun name for breeds with personality. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, Siamese.

Harpo

A quirky name for unique cats. Breeds: Devon Rex, Cornish Rex, British Shorthair.

Highlander

For strong, independent breeds. Breeds: Maine Coon, Scottish Fold, Siberian.

Female Cat Names

Holly

Suitable for winter-born or festive cats. Breeds: Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon, Siberian.

Helena

Suitable for a elegant and regal cat. Breeds: British Shorthair, Persian, Siamese .

Haviva

Good for a lovable, charming cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Persian, Burmese.

Humble

Suitable for a down-to-earth, laid-back cat. Breeds: Selkirk Rex, Exotic Shorthair, Ragamuffin.

Harlequin

Fitting for a cat with a patchy, unusual coat. Breeds: Calico, Tortoiseshell, Japanese Bobtail.

Hermosa

Suitable for a beautiful, exotic-looking cat. Breeds: Savanna, Bengal, Siamese.

Hebe

Befitting of youthful, playful cats. Breeds: Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Abyssinian.

Hoshi

Perfect for a star-like, attention-catching cat. Breeds: Exotic Shorthair, Siamese, Bengal.

Hortense

A vintage name, fit for a dignified and aristocratic cat. Breeds: Persian, Birman, Russian Blue

Harlen

A unique name for an exotic breed of cat. Breeds: Bengal, Savannah, Chausie

Hema

A charming name hinting at Eastern origins. Breeds: Siamese, Bengal, Burmese

Helga

An ancient name for a strong and sturdy cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest, Siberian

Hayley

A lovely name for a friendly and sociable cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Siamese, Persian

Hyperion

Inspired by Greek mythology, for a noble cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Persian, Siamese

Hana

A Japanese name meaning flower, for a delicate cat. Breeds: Scottish Fold, Persian, Siamese

Hydrangea

A flower-inspired name for a colorful cat. Breeds: Calico, Tortoiseshell, Tabby

Hester

Perfect for a cat of distinguished and elegant nature. Breeds: Persian, Birman, British Shorthair

Hepburn

Named after Audrey Hepburn, for a cat with style. Breeds: Siamese, Russian Blue, Sphynx

Henrietta

A noble name for a regal cat. Breeds: Persian, Maine Coon, Siamese

Haven

A comforting name for a loyal and protective cat. Breeds: Persian, Siamese, Birman

Hatty

Traditional choice for a vintage cat. Breeds: Burmese, Maine Coon, American Shorthair.

Haiku

Thoughtful choice for a contemplative cat. Breeds: Burmese, Ragdoll, Abyssinian.

Hersey

Delicious name for a sweet cat. Breeds: Persian, Ragdoll, Maine Coon.

Hustle

Active moniker for an energetic cat. Breeds: Abyssinian, Maine Coon, Siamese.

Haruka

A Japanese name for distance. Breeds: Siamese, Persian, Maine Coon

Honora

Suits honorable and noble cats. Breeds: Maine Coon, Siberian, British Shorthair

Huxley

For bright, spirited cats. Breeds: Abyssinian, Exotic Shorthair, Siamese

Haribo

A fun, candy-like name. Breeds: Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Siamese

Heritage

Suits cats with a royal lineage. Breeds: British Shorthair, Persian, Siberian

Halcyon

A unique name, for tranquil felines. Breeds: Burmese, Ragdoll, Exotic Shorthair

Halsey

For cool, trendy cats who love to sing. Breeds: Devon Rex, Maine Coon, Siberian