Cat names that begin with R often have a rich, resonant quality, making them perfect for cats with a confident or lively spirit. If you’re searching for a name that’s both distinctive and full of character, this list offers plenty of options to explore.
Male Cat Names
RadarUnique and tech-inspired name. Breeds: Maine Coon, Siamese, Bengal. |
RobinClassic and notable name. Breeds: Norwegian Forest, Ragdoll, Angora. |
RafikiSwallows African culture, ideal for friendly cats. Breeds: Sphynx, Mau, Siamese. |
RockyArtistic and fun for boisterous cats. Breeds: Maine Coon, Bengal, Siberian. |
RhinoFor big, strong, fearless cats. Breeds: Persian, Maine Coon, British Shorthair. |
ReaperA cool name for cats with dark coats. Breeds: Bombay, British Shorthair, Persian. |
RiverNature-inspired, for easy-going cats. Breeds: Turkish Van, Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest. |
RascalGreat for playful and mischievous male cats. Breeds: Bengal, Siberian, Maine Coon. |
RochesterElegant and sophisticated. Breeds: Persian, British Shorthair, Ragdoll. |
RowdyExcitable and fun-loving cats would suit. Breeds: Abyssinian, Ocicat, Devon Rex. |
ReynardRare and distinctive, suits cunning kitties. Breeds: Abyssinian, Siamese, Bengal. |
RookA black bird, suits black or dark cats. Breeds: Ragamuffin, Bombay, British Shorthair. |
RadishFood-related, works well for a grouchy cat. Breeds: Persian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll. |
RumGood for cats with a warm personality. Breeds: British Shorthair, Savannah, Sphynx. |
ReeceA sweet and cuddly pet would suit. Breeds: Ragdoll, Scottish Fold, Persian. |
RafflesDistinctive and upper-crust. Breeds: Persian, Siamese, Maine Coon. |
RogueCute for a daring and adventurous kitty. Breeds: Abyssinian, Bengal, Manx. |
RagnarA strong, bold name from Norse mythology. Breeds: Norwegian Forest Cat, Maine Coon, Siberian |
RicardoPerfect for a cat with a regal demeanor. Breeds: Siamese, Persian, Maine Coon |
RhettPerfect for a charming southern gentleman cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Persian, Ragdoll |
RangoInspired by the animated lizard character. Breeds: Exotic Shorthair, Sphynx, Persian |
ReubenClassy, old-fashioned name for a laid-back cat. Breeds: Birman, Ragdoll, Persian |
RamenCheeky name for food lovers, and noodle-like cats. Breeds: Siamese, Bombay, Ragdoll |
RumorAn unusual name for mysterious cats. Breeds: Sphynx, Scottish Fold, Devon Rex |
RoyalMajestic, classy name for a regal cat. Breeds: Maine Coon, Persian, British Shorthair |
RaverPerfect for a cat who loves to run and play. Breeds: Bengal, Abyssinian, Ragdoll |
RaidenJapanese origin, great for a thunderous meower. Breeds: Japanese Bobtail, Maine Coon, Siamese |
RevelExciting name for cats who love a good time. Breeds: Bengal, Maine Coon, Siamese |
RossoAn Italian name meaning red, great for ginger cats. Breeds: British Shorthair, Scottish Fold, Maine Coon |
RougeAn elegant French name meaning red or pink. Breeds: Ragdoll, Maine Coon, Siberian |
Female Cat Names
RoseGentle and blooming like a flower. Breeds: Siamese, Persian, Ragdoll |
RitaClassic name that symbolizes purity. Breeds: Birman, Turkish Van, Korat |
RumiFor a dreamy, philosophical pet. Breeds: Siamese, Himalayan, Norwegian Forest Cat |
RosannaGraceful and harmonious. Breeds: Burmese, Persian, Siamese |
RebeccaIdeal for a loving companion. Breeds: Scottish Fold, Bengal, Ragdoll |
RoxanneBright star of the night. Breeds: Tonkinese, Bombay, Burmese |
RadioA unique name for a chatty cat. Breeds: Siamese, Oriental, Sphinx |
RowenaMajestic and aristocratic. Breeds: Russian Blue, Abyssinian, Maine Coon |
RenataMeaning rebirth, beautiful for a rescue cat. Breeds: Sphinx, Ragdoll, Maine Coon |
RitzA glamorous cat that loves the finer things. Breeds: Persian, Siamese, Chinchilla |
RaquelPet name for a sophisticated cat. Breeds: Bengal, Siamese, Sphynx |
RichelleInspired by French fashion, for elegant cats. Breeds: Persian, Siamese, British Shorthair |
RenneFrench term for reborn. Suits a rescue cat. Breeds: Calico, Domestic Shorthair |
RosettaNamed after the Rosetta stone. Breeds: Egyptian Mau, Ocicat, Sphinx |
RachaelNamed after a popular Friends character. Breeds: Persian, Siamese, Ragdoll |
RomyShort, simple and sweet. Suitable for a loveable cat. Breeds: Burmese, Siamese, Russian Blue |
ReikaExotic name for a unique pet cat. Breeds: Bombay, Siamese, Persian |
RevelynClassic name for a lovely gentle cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Persian, Maine Coon |
RafaellaPrefect for cats with a strong personality. Breeds: Maine Coon, Siamese, Persian |
RoselleSweet, beautiful name for a dainty cat. Breeds: Scottish Fold, Persian, Russian Blue |
RocioSpanish word for ‘dew’. Matches exotic cats. Breeds: Siamese, Egyptian Mau, Havana Brown |
RaffiCute name for a playful cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Persian, British Shorthair |
RikkiStrong name, for cats with a big personality. Breeds: Bengal, Maine Coon, Siamese |
RosinaEndearing name for a loving, affectionate cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Maine Coon, Siamese |
ReminaBeautiful name for a serene and calm cat. Breeds: Ragdoll, Persian, British Shorthair |
RosaA sweet and girly name. Breeds: Maine Coon, Persian, Siamese. |
RumbaA playful name for active cats. Breeds: Tonkinese, Ragdoll, Siamese. |
RieslingPerfect for pale-colored, refined cats. Breeds: Turkish Van, Ragamuffin, Siberian. |
RazzleFor bright and eye-catching cats. Breeds: American Curl, Calico, Manx. |
RobynA sweet and delicate name. Breeds: Persian, Ragdoll, Himalayan. |
RhiannonElegant name for classy felines. Breeds: Persian, Russian Blue, Scottish Fold. |
RosetteFor elegant and graceful cats. Breeds: Bengal, Toyger, Abyssinian. |
ReverieBeautiful name for daydreaming felines. Breeds: Siberian, Turkish Angora, Russian Blue. |
RoombaA fun and playful name. Breeds: Ragdoll, Birman, Maine Coon. |
RuffleGreat for fur-fluffed cats. Breeds: Persian, Maine Coon, Ragamuffin. |
RibbonFor cats with delicate, flowing coats. Breeds: Maine Coon, Siberian, Norwegian Forest. |