200+ Black Cat Names

Choosing a name for a new cat can be easier when you start with their appearance, personality, or the kind of stories you enjoy. This collection of black cat names includes classic choices, spooky picks, color-inspired ideas, and names drawn from pop culture and mythology. Say a few favorites aloud and see which one feels natural to use every day.

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Popular Black Cat Names

These familiar options are inspired by dark colors, nighttime, and the mysterious look often associated with black cats. Short names can be especially easy to call across a room.

Midnight
Shadow
Onyx
Asher
Jet
Ebony
Sable
Cinder
Charcoal
Panther
Salem
Jade
Obsidian
Luna
Magic
Raven
Coal
Nero (Italian for black)
Velvet
Mystic
Ink
Kitty
Ursula
Smudge

Female Black Cat Names

For a feminine-sounding name, consider one with a magical, celestial, or dramatic feel. You can also choose based on how the name sounds rather than treating a name as limited to one gender.

Elvira
Binx
Voodoo
Stella
Zara
Twilight
Persephone
Hecate
Minuit (French for midnight)
Diva
Selena
Jinx
Mocha
Esme
Kali
Nocturne
Whisper
Gypsy
Sorceress
Omen

Male Black Cat Names

These options range from mythological and mysterious to playful and familiar. Try saying your preferred name in a warm, clear voice to check that it is comfortable to use.

Merlin
Phantom
Eclipse
Cosmo
Dracula
Orion
Vader
Thor
Blackjack
Morpheus
Knight
Guinness
Soot
Basil
Loki
Gotham
Pepper
Zorro
Shade
Bandit

Spooky Black Cat Names

Black cats have a long-standing connection with eerie tales and supernatural imagery. If you enjoy that atmosphere, a name with a mysterious edge may suit your cat; pick one that still feels friendly when you use it at home.

Banshee
Crypt
Grimoire
Hex
Lurker
Nocturne
Reaper
Specter
Thorn
Chalice
Fang
Morgue
Shadowfax
Spellbound
Venom
Vortex
Wraith
Zombie
Maleficent
Necromancer

Black Color-Inspired Names

Color-based names make a direct link to a cat’s coat. Some suggest a rich, dark finish, while others evoke smoke, stone, or a stormy sky.

Velvet
Pitch
Coal
Tarmac
Espresso
Jet
Obsidian
Raven
Ink
Sable
Char
Graphite
Kettle
Licorice
Mamba
Slate
Storm
Thunder
Vanta (after Vantablack)
Smoky

Black Cat Names from Pop Culture

Familiar characters can provide a memorable name, especially if a film, book, or series is a favorite. Consider whether you prefer a subtle reference or one that fans will recognize right away.

Neo (from The Matrix)
Selina (from Catwoman in Batman)
Morpheus (from The Matrix)
Vader (from Star Wars)
Trinity (from The Matrix)
Snape (from Harry Potter)
Sirius (from Harry Potter)
Frodo (from The Lord of the Rings)
Beetlejuice (from Beetlejuice)
Sauron (from The Lord of the Rings)
Elvira (from Mistress of the Dark)
Spock (from Star Trek)
Kylo (from Star Wars)
Ripley (from Alien)
Gollum (from The Lord of the Rings)
Arwen (from The Lord of the Rings)
Buffy (from Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
Leia (from Star Wars)
Wednesday (from The Addams Family)
Dracula (from Dracula)
Felix (from Sabrina The Teenage Witch)
Thackery Binx (from Hocus Pocus)
Scat Cat (from Aristocats)
Lucifer (from Cinderella)
Draco (from Harry Potter)

Halloween-Inspired Cat Names

These seasonal picks bring to mind costumes, autumn nights, and Halloween traditions. Many also work year-round if you like a playful or mischievous name.

Trouble
Pumpkin
Boo
Cobweb
Toil
Broomstick
Cackle
Hocus
Pocus
Spooky
Ghost
Trick
Treat
Fright
Goblin
Moonlight
Spell
Enchant
Warlock
Mischief

Witchy-Inspired Black Cat Names

Mythology and witchcraft provide plenty of names with a magical tone. If you are choosing between several, try each one aloud and see which is easiest to say naturally.

Circe
Hecate
Endora
Salem
Rowena
Elphaba
Morgana
Glinda
Sybil
Tabitha
Willow
Thackery
Enyo
Merlin
Lucifer
Rune
Medea
Tituba
Piper
Sabrina
Tanith

Foreign Language-Inspired Black Cat Names

Words from other languages can make distinctive choices. Check pronunciation and meaning before deciding, particularly if you want to use the word in a language you speak with others.

Noir (French for black)
Kuro (Japanese for black)
Nero (Italian for black)
Schwarz (German for black)
Preto (Portuguese for black)
Kara (Turkish for black)
Czarny (Polish for black)
Fekete (Hungarian for black)
Musta (Finnish for black)
Svart (Swedish for black)
Sort (Danish for black)
Melan (Greek root for black)
Nokturn (inspired by “nocturne,” from Latin for night)
Sombra (Spanish for shadow)
Nacht (German for night)
Tenebra (Italian for darkness)
Yoru (Japanese for night)
Lune (French for moon)
Estrella (Spanish for star)
Nuit (French for night)

More Cat Names from A to Z

This mixed list offers additional ideas, from nature-inspired names to unusual choices. Use it to find a sound or theme that matches your cat’s character.

Alchemy
Blackberry
Crow
Drizzle
Ember
Flint
Grim
Hazel
Indigo
Jet
Kettle
Licorice
Mamba
Nimbus
Olive
Pitch
Quartz
Rook
Soot
Tenebris (Latin for darkness)
Umbra
Velvet
Whisper
Xylo (short for xylograph, referring to dark ink used in art)
Yew
Zephyr
Ash
Briar
Cinder
Dusk
Eclipse
Frost
Gloom
Hex
Iron
Jinx
Kohl
Lotus
Mist
Nighthawk
Obsidian
Pepper
Quest
Rune
Storm
Thorne
Vortex
Wraith
Xenon
Yukon

Black Cat Folklore

Since the 17th century, black cats have been associated with witchcraft. One widespread superstition casts them as bad luck, and stories have often portrayed them as witches’ companions or omens. These are folklore traditions, not facts about a cat’s character or the luck it brings.

If you like the stories behind these associations, a folklore-inspired name can be a fun choice. A cat’s everyday temperament and the name’s sound may be more useful guides when making your final selection.

How to Choose a Name

Once you have a shortlist, use each name in ordinary situations, such as calling your cat for a meal or during play. A name that is easy for you to say and remember is often a practical choice. Give yourself a little time to see which option feels like the best fit.

Find Your Favorite Black Cat Name

From Midnight and Onyx to playful, witchy, and pop-culture picks, these black cat names offer many ways to celebrate your cat’s appearance and personality. Choose a name you enjoy saying and that feels right for your new companion.