Finding the perfect name for your black and white feline friend can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you've adopted a tuxedo cat, a cow-patterned kitty, or any other black and white combination, we've compiled over 1100 adorable name options to help you find the ideal match for your new companion. From classic choices to creative options inspired by their distinctive coloring, you'll find the perfect name that captures your cat's unique personality and appearance.

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Classic Black and White Names

  • Oreo
  • Domino
  • Panda
  • Tuxedo
  • Sylvester
  • Penguin
  • Patch
  • Checkers
  • Boots
  • Socks
  • Mittens
  • Pepper
  • Salt
  • Yin
  • Yang
  • Bandit
  • Spot
  • Cookie
  • Marble
  • Dice
  • Chess
  • Zebra
  • Moo
  • Cow
  • Pinto
  • Magpie
  • Orca
  • Skunk
  • Badger
  • Felix
  • Figaro
  • Zorro
  • Phantom
  • Pirate
  • Mask
  • Inkblot
  • Smudge
  • Speck
  • Speckles
  • Splash
  • Dot
  • Dottie
  • Freckles
  • Buttons
  • Ziggy
  • Zigzag
  • Puzzle
  • Jigsaw
  • Moustache
  • Whiskers
  • Splotch
  • Patches
  • Pixel
  • Polka
  • Dalmatian
  • Mochi
  • Sundae
  • Licorice
  • Vanilla
  • Milkshake
  • Mocha
  • Espresso
  • Latte
  • Cappuccino
  • Macchiato
  • Frappe
  • Americano
  • Java
  • Cocoa
  • Marshmallow
  • Coconut
  • Pebble
  • Marble
  • Granite
  • Charcoal
  • Ash
  • Smokey
  • Shadow
  • Midnight
  • Twilight
  • Eclipse
  • Lunar
  • Comet
  • Galaxy
  • Nebula
  • Cosmos
  • Nova
  • Star
  • Stellar
  • Astro
  • Orbit
  • Rocket
  • Cosmo
  • Luna
  • Stella
  • Celeste

Cute Names with Meanings

Domino

Inspired by the black and white game pieces, perfect for a cat with distinct markings.

Yin-Yang

Symbolizing balance and harmony, ideal for a black and white cat representing both energies.

Tuxedo

For cats with formal-looking black and white patterns resembling a tuxedo suit.

Panda

For round-faced cats with black patches around their eyes, resembling the beloved bear.

Oreo

Named after the famous cookie with black exterior and white filling.

Checkers

For cats with distinct checkered or patchy black and white markings.

Sylvester

After the famous cartoon cat with black and white coloring.

Boots

Perfect for cats with white paws that look like they're wearing little boots.

Patches

Ideal for cats with distinct black and white patches across their coat.

Penguin

For cats with tuxedo-like markings resembling the aquatic bird.

Marble

For cats with swirled black and white patterns resembling marble stone.

Bandit

Perfect for cats with a black "mask" around their eyes like a little thief.

Elegant Names for Distinguished Cats

Male Names Female Names Unisex Names
Alistair Anastasia Onyx
Benedict Bianca Ivory
Bartholomew Beatrice Ebony
Cornelius Celestine Sterling
Dorian Delilah Alabaster
Edmund Eloise Obsidian
Frederick Francesca Marble
Gideon Genevieve Phantom
Huxley Helena Raven
Ignatius Isabella Frost
Jasper Josephine Slate
Kingston Katerina Quartz
Leopold Lucinda Velvet
Maximilian Magnolia Sable
Nathaniel Nicolette Tempest

Color-Inspired Names

Ebony
Pearl
Onyx
Ivory
Jet
Snow
Coal
Lily
Raven
Daisy
Midnight
Cloud
Shadow
Cotton
Ink
Frost
Charcoal
Vanilla
Obsidian
Coconut
Slate
Chalk
Pepper
Salt
Licorice
Marshmallow
Soot
Cream
Espresso
Milk
Tar
Lace
Ash
Powder
Noir
Blanc
Eclipse
Blizzard
Panther
Dove

Pop Culture Inspired Names

Movies & TV Shows
  • Sylvester (Looney Tunes)
  • Felix (Felix the Cat)
  • Figaro (Pinocchio)
  • Mittens (Bolt)
  • Lucifer (Cinderella)
  • Snowbell (Stuart Little)
  • Binx (Hocus Pocus)
  • Salem (Sabrina)
  • Duchess (Aristocats)
  • Berlioz (Aristocats)
  • Marie (Aristocats)
  • Toulouse (Aristocats)
  • Jiji (Kiki's Delivery Service)
  • Luna (Sailor Moon)
  • Artemis (Sailor Moon)
  • Diana (Sailor Moon)
  • Scratchy (The Simpsons)
  • Penelope (Looney Tunes)
  • Puss (Puss in Boots)
  • Kitty Softpaws (Puss in Boots)
  • Mr. Bigglesworth (Austin Powers)
  • Blofeld (James Bond villain's cat)
  • Jonesy (Alien)
  • Church (Pet Sematary)
  • Crookshanks (Harry Potter)
  • Ser Pounce (Game of Thrones)
  • Spot (Star Trek)
  • Catwoman (Batman)
  • Selina (Batman)
  • Snowball (The Secret Life of Pets)
  • Chloe (The Secret Life of Pets)
Comics & Anime
  • Garfield
  • Nermal
  • Arlene
  • Azrael (Smurfs)
  • Hobbes (Calvin and Hobbes)
  • Krypto (Superman's dog, but works for a cat too)
  • Streaky (Supergirl's cat)
  • Dex-Starr (DC Comics)
  • Meowth (Pokemon)
  • Persian (Pokemon)
  • Espeon (Pokemon)
  • Umbreon (Pokemon)
  • Litten (Pokemon)
  • Purrloin (Pokemon)
  • Glameow (Pokemon)
  • Kiki (Kiki's Delivery Service)
  • Chi (Chi's Sweet Home)
  • Sakamoto (Nichijou)
  • Kuro (Blue Exorcist)
  • Blair (Soul Eater)
  • Kirara (Inuyasha)
  • Neko (K Project)
  • Yoruichi (Bleach)
  • Kuro (Blue Exorcist)
  • Arthur (Code Geass)
  • Madara (Natsume's Book of Friends)
  • Puck (Re:Zero)
  • Chomusuke (KonoSuba)
  • Morgana (Persona 5)
  • Korin (Dragon Ball)
Music & Literature
  • Dinah (Alice in Wonderland)
  • Cheshire (Alice in Wonderland)
  • Crookshanks (Harry Potter)
  • Mrs. Norris (Harry Potter)
  • Minerva (Harry Potter character who transforms into a cat)
  • Greebo (Discworld)
  • You (Discworld)
  • Behemoth (The Master and Margarita)
  • Pluto (Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat")
  • Aslan (Chronicles of Narnia)
  • Mog (Judith Kerr books)
  • Macavity (T.S. Eliot's "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats")
  • Rum Tum Tugger (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Mistoffelees (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Grizabella (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Skimbleshanks (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Mungojerrie (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Rumpleteazer (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Bombalurina (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Demeter (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Jellylorum (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Victoria (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Alonzo (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Munkustrap (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Jennyanydots (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Bustopher Jones (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Deuteronomy (T.S. Eliot/Cats musical)
  • Bowie
  • Freddie
  • Elvis
  • Madonna
  • Ziggy
  • Hendrix
  • Lennon
  • McCartney
  • Jagger
  • Stevie
  • Aretha
  • Beyoncé
  • Adele

Personality-Based Names

Bounce
Zippy
Frisky
Pounce
Jester
Jingle
Rascal
Scamper
Tumble
Wiggles
Zigzag
Zoom
Twitch
Bounce
Frolic
Snooze
Dozer
Slumber
Napper
Sleepy
Yawn
Drowsy
Dreamer
Pillow
Cozy
Lounge
Siesta
Blanket
Cushion
Scout
Sherlock
Nosy
Peeper
Snooper
Seeker
Tracker
Watcher
Prowler
Stalker
Lurker
Peeky
Digger
Whisper
Shadow
Wisp
Timid
Meek
Bashful
Shrinking
Hider
Peekaboo
Misty
Foggy
Phantom
Cuddles
Snuggle
Huggy
Lovey
Kissy
Smooch
Nuzzle
Purry
Sweetie
Honey
Sugar
Velcro
Clingy
Trouble
Mischief
Rogue
Bandit
Trickster
Prankster
Imp
Rascal
Scamp
Rebel
Chaos
Havoc
Mayhem

International Names

Shiro White (Japanese)
Kuro Black (Japanese)
Hachi Eight (Japanese) - for luck
Mochi Rice cake (Japanese)
Yuki Snow (Japanese)
Neko Cat (Japanese)
Sumi Ink (Japanese)
Hana Flower (Japanese)
Tama Ball/Jewel (Japanese)
Sakura Cherry blossom (Japanese)
Noir Black (French)
Blanc White (French)
Minuit Midnight (French)
Neige Snow (French)
Lune Moon (French)
Étoile Star (French)
Ombre Shadow (French)
Nuage Cloud (French)
Bianco White (Italian)
Nero Black (Italian)
Notte Night (Italian)
Neve Snow (Italian)
Luna Moon (Italian)
Stella Star (Italian)
Blanco White (Spanish)
Negro Black (Spanish)
Noche Night (Spanish)
Nieve Snow (Spanish)
Sombra Shadow (Spanish)
Schwarz Black (German)
Weiß White (German)
Nacht Night (German)
Schnee Snow (German)
Mond Moon (German)
Chernyi Black (Russian)
Belyi White (Russian)
Noch Night (Russian)
Sneg Snow (Russian)
Luna Moon (Russian)

Finding the Perfect Name for Your Black and White Cat

Choosing the perfect name for your black and white feline friend is a special moment in your journey together. Whether you've selected a name from our extensive list or found inspiration for something unique, the most important thing is that it feels right for both you and your cat. Remember that cats often respond best to names with one or two syllables, so you might consider a shorter nickname for daily use if you choose a longer formal name.

Black and white cats have been beloved companions throughout history, from ancient Egypt to modern homes, and their distinctive coloring has inspired countless names across cultures and languages. Take your time getting to know your cat's personality before settling on a name, as sometimes the perfect name becomes obvious once you've spent a few days together.

We hope our comprehensive guide has helped you find the ideal name for your new companion. If you have a creative name for a black and white cat that isn't on our list, we'd love to hear it!