100+ Cute Japanese Cat Names for Your Pet – PetHelpful

Cats are beloved in Japan, as they have been for thousands of years. From old mythological tales of feline yokai like the smart shape-shifting bakeneko to the Hello Kitties and lucky maneki-nekos of today, cats of all kinds are part of Japanese culture. It’s no surprise, then, that Japanese cat names (or names inspired by Japanese cultural exports) are popular among pet parents the world over! So, if you’re looking for a Japanese cat name, you’ll love our roundup.

Maybe you’re brushing up on the Japanese language, are an aficionado of Japanese culture, or have Japanese heritage yourself. Whatever the reason, we can help you find the perfect Japanese name for your cat. Whether you’re looking for a traditional name, a food-inspired Japanese cat name, an anime Japanese cat name or just a cute Japanese cat name, we’ve got more than 100 awesome options to try on for size!

Check them all out below and see which ones fits your furry family member the best. Trust us, no matter if you have a Maine Coone, a Ragdoll or a Calico, you’ll have no trouble finding something to call your cat.

While some of these Japanese pet names will have fairly consistent definitions (especially names taken from nouns or adjectives), that’s not necessarily the case with traditional “people” names. In Japanese, a name can have vastly different meanings depending on how it’s spelled, even if those different spellings are pronounced exactly the same. The Japanese language has three different alphabets, but most traditional Japanese names are spelled with kanji, which are Chinese characters adapted for the Japanese language. Each character has a distinct meaning, and two different characters can sound alike when meaning different things—hence why many Japanese names don’t have just one single distinct meaning.

We’ll still include one or two of the most common interpretations of each name’s meaning next to it, so you can find a name that resonates with you and your cat. However, if you’re a pet owner and intend on ever spelling out your Japanese cat name with kanji, then you should do a little extra research to find out which kanji spelling of the name fits the definition you have in mind. 

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