200+ Calico Cat Names for Your Calico Kitty

If you’re planning to adopt or have recently adopted a calico cat, you may be on the hunt for the perfect name for your new feline friend. Calico cats have a coat that is 25 percent to 75 percent white, with large patches of orange and black. Calico is not a cat breed but instead refers to this color pattern of black, white, and orange. Common cat breeds that exhibit calico coat patterns include the American Shorthair, British Shorthair, Japanese Bobtail, Persian, Turkish Van, and Maine Coon. 

Need a diverse, inspired, thorough list of more than 200 calico cat names to help you name your new feline BFF? You’re just in luck — read on for all the suggestions you’d ever desire.

Unique calico cat names

• Topaz

• Patches

• Galaxy

• Sunrise

• Dusk

• Sunset

• Twilight

• Spunky

• Freckles

• Lava

• Pixel

• Harvest

• Fawn

• Tawny

• Bumble

• Glow

Female calico cat names

Interestingly, calico cats are almost exclusively female. This is because the calico coat pattern requires two X chromosomes, which predominantly (but not always) occurs in females. 

• Penny

• Amber

• Callie

• Cleo

• Cassie

• Scarlett

• Aurelia

• Calla

• Hazel

• Orla

• Ruby

• Juniper

• Cassia

• Catalina

• Gracie

• Marigold

• Calla Lily

• Daisy

• Rosie

• Sienna

• Poppy

• Coral

• Nala

• Cordelia

• Foxy

• Tigress

Male calico cat names

An extremely small percentage of calico cats are male. This occurs when a male cat has two XX chromosomes in addition to their Y chromosome (XXY), a condition called Klinefelter Syndrome. If you’ve adopted one of these rare male calico kitties, check out this list of cat names that are just as rarified as they are. 

• Copper

• Blaze

• Sardonyx

• Flame

• Phoenix

• Jasper

• Orion

• Rusty

• Leo

• Whiskey

• Clay

• Calisco

• Marbles

• Simba

• Dusty

• Chili

• Fireball

• Oliver

• Ziggy

• Rupert

• Felix

• Romeo

• Mochi

• Mickey

• Diesel

• Angus

• Harley

• Scout

• Bandit

• Ace

• Murphy

• Chester

• Finn

• Max

• Ollie

• Echo

• Zorro

• Marley

• Charlie

• Riley

Gender-neutral names for calico cats

If you’re looking for a more gender-neutral name for your calico kitty, try one of the below names, which celebrate the gorgeous coloring of calicos.

• Autumn

• Ember

• Sunny

• Goldie

• Clover

• Willow

• Lucky

• Jewel

• Fall

• Bailey

• Citrine

• Buttons

Food-inspired calico cat names

You may want to consider food names for calico cats, because a plethora of spices, candies, fruits, and baked goods match their coat’s bold and colorful appearance.

• Gingerbread

• Apricot

• Marmalade

• Clementine

• Persimmon

• Pecan

• Cinnamon

• Saffron

• Anise

• Clove

• Cayenne

• Flapjack

• Spice

• Nutmeg

• Maple

• Twix

• Curry

• Pepper

• Chai

• Turmeric

• Paprika

• Mango

• Pumpkin

• Ginger

• Salsa

Sweet tortoiseshell cat names

• Lollipop

• Skittles

• Starburst

• Butterscotch

• Fudge

• Cookie

• Jellybean

• Cupcake

• Smores

• Bonbon

• Waffles

• Caramel

• Toffee

Playful calico cat names

Many pet parents like to choose playful names for their animal companions to celebrate their pet’s personality and the joy that brings them. Below are some playful calico cat names that highlight the delightful coat pattern of calicos and their often fun nature. 

• Trixie — a spirited name for playful calicos 

• Swirl  — a nod to the almost swirling coat pattern of some calico kitties

• Rainbow  — perfect for colorful, bold, and cheerful calicos 

• Whimsy  — this one’s for the silly and ultra-friendly kitties

• Checkers  — for calicos with an almost checkered orange, white, and black coat pattern

• Mosaic  — fitting for a calico kitty with intricate color patterns

• Puzzle  — if your calico has a coat pattern resembling puzzle pieces

• Loki  — your mischievous calico may be a kindred spirit to the Norse trickster

• Goblin  — a quirky name for a playful calico who’s striking in their appearance

• Whiskers  — for an especially curious kitty, whiskers help a cat explore their environment

• Trouble  — a fun name to spark conversations, regardless of your calico’s mischief level

• Pebbles  — the shapes and colors of pebbles may resemble your cat’s patchwork

• Mittens  — for calicos with patches of orange, white, and black on their feet or legs 

• Bubbles  — if your calico kitty has a bubbly personality

• Muffin  — if your cat is warm, sweet, and comforting like a muffin

• Sassy  — for especially spirited calico kitties with a bold, eye-catching appearance 

• Moxie  — for kitties with vibrance, resilience, and spunk

• Sparkle  —a whimsical name for a calico cat with a colorful coat and sparkly personality 

• Glimmer  — for a loving, upbeat, and brightly colored calico cat

• Fiesta  — if your calico kitty is often the life of the party

• Mischief  — an ironic name for a mellow calico or an on-the-nose one for a troublemaker

• Chaos  — as a reference to their personality or their delightfully chaotic coat pattern

• Fizzle  — an unconventional, memorable, and fun name

Dark calico cat names

While most calico cats are predominantly white with black and orange patches, some are predominantly black with white and orange patches. If your calico kitty has a black base color, you may want to celebrate their midnight-y fur with the below names perfectly suited for them. 

• Eve

• Smokey 

• Onyx

• Shadow

• Buffy

• Midnight

• Storm

• Rain

• Jet

• Raven

• Luna

• Moon

• Velvet

• Misty

• Panther

• Mocha

• Bella

• Sooty

• Obsidian

• Lilith

• Medusa

• Eclipse

• Cosmos

• Mara

• Licorice

• Peppercorn

• Morticia

• Poe

• Eerie

• Hades

• Starry

• Comet

• Nightsky

• Twinkle

• Milky Way

• Ash

Festive calico cat names

• Halloweenie

• Mystic

• Salem

• Moonlight

• Potion

• Mystery

• Spell

• Cauldron

• Warlock

• Hocus

• Apparition 

Famous calico cat names

If your kitty has a larger-than-life personality, you may want to name them after a famous calico cat. Check out these four calico stars for inspiration. 

• Tama — In 2007, Tama, the calico kitty, became the first feline stationmaster in Japan. For many years, Tama served as the station greeter and beloved face of the Kishigawa railway line in Japan’s rural Wakayama prefecture. In 2010, the railway’s carriages were redesigned as Tama-themed, complete with 101 cartoon images of the beloved cat. 

• Marzipan —  From 1992 to 2013, the calico cat Marzipan lived at the Astor Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. For more than 20 years (until her passing), Marzipan served as an unofficial mascot, stealing the hearts of thousands of theatergoers. 

• Gizmo —  In 2017, the one-year-old calico kitty Gizmo saved her human family in Tampa Bay, Florida, when she alerted them to a fire in the house. Gizmo meowed and pawed at her human dad until he woke up and realized the house was full of smoke from a toaster fire.

• Maneki-Neko —  The maneki-neko figurine, known as the beckoning cat, is a popular talisman in Japanese businesses that features a raised paw and greets customers. The figure is typically depicted as a calico Japanese Bobtail cat. The orange, white, and black coat patterns on calicos are considered lucky in Japan. 

Tips for finding the perfect name for your cat

Choosing your cat’s name is a fun and important part of settling your new feline BFF into their new home. Here are our tips for finding the perfect name for your calico kitty: 

1. Get to know their personality: It helps to take your time and get to know your new kitty’s personality before deciding on a name. Some recently rescued cats may need a few weeks to start coming out of their shells and display more of their unique personalities.

2. Consider their appearance: With their stunning black, orange, and white coats, calico kitties have striking appearances. Their coat colors are reminiscent of fall, the Halloween season, whimsy, and playfulness. You may want to look for name inspirations in those themes. 

3. Choose a unique word that you enjoy saying: You’ll also want to pick a name that you enjoy saying and one that is easy for your cat to distinguish from other words you may commonly say throughout the day. 

4. Consider the meaning: Your kitty’s name doesn’t need to have a deep meaning. But for some pet parents, the name’s meaning is important. If you name your rescued calico cat “Phoenix,” for example, you can reference not only the blaze of fiery orange patches in their fur but also the renewal and second chance that comes with being adopted.

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