Picking the perfect name for your cat isn’t always easy if you’re doing it right. Names have meanings that reflect parts of our history and personality onto our pets. They maintain treasured memories, expose deep beliefs, and voice personal tastes while taking on new significance with every passing experience with our cats.
Choosing an appropriate name you and your cat will love takes introspection, patience, and creativity. If you’re looking for one you won’t regret, there’s no better place to start than with the names that have been paying off for countless pet parents across the country. Find the inspiration you need in this list of the most popular cat names that start with B.
The 5 Most Popular Female Cat Names That Start With B
1. Bella
The Twilight saga has left its indelible mark on the next generation, with baby names like Bella and Isabella going from relatively rare to extremely fashionable almost overnight. While it’s been over a decade since the last movie’s release, fandom still burns bright, as this popular cat name proves.
In fact, it’s the fifth most popular cat name overall and the second most popular dog name. According to U.S. News, Bella is the most popular dog name in 37 states, as well as the District of Columbia, so it’s not surprising that it’s so popular for cats as well.1
2. Baby
This endearing and affectionate name is one of the most popular for cats. After all, no matter their breed, gender, or given name, your cat is always your baby. What might surprise you in the future is the number of cat names containing the word “baby.” For example, Babybel is up 593% in popularity!
3. Beyonce
We can’t write an article about the most popular B names for cats without bringing up Queen B herself! Beyonce has been relevant for decades, and it seems she always will be, especially since the name is trending up 160%.
4. Blossom
While the 90s doesn’t seem that far in the past to most of us, trends from this era are all the rage right now. In fact, the name Blossom, inspired by the Powerpuff Girls, is up 20%. Other B names from this show are Bubbles, up 2%, and Blossom, up 10%.
5. Bean
As a cute moniker for fur babies, Bean is sticking around as one of the most popular cat names starting with B. You can slap it at the tail end of any other name; before long, it could become your cat’s go-to nickname. You might also see a spin on this name in the future, as Beanie (as in Beanie Baby) is up 21%, while Green Bean is up 217%.
The 5 Most Popular Male Cat Names That Start With B
1. Blu
A name that harkens to protection and faultless loyalty may seem out of place with a cat. But if you foresee an unbreakable bond with your boy, it could be the perfect match. While it’s the 48th most popular dog name in the US, it also seems that people are gathering inspiration elsewhere. For example, the name Blue Ivy (the name of Beyonce’s daughter) is trending up 243%. Better yet, it can be used for males or females.
2. Bowser
Most of us already know Bowser from the Super Mario games, but the recent release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie has inspired even more people to name their cats Bowser, which is up 35% in popularity.
3. Brewster
While popular names are often our inspiration for naming our pets, Brewster seems to have a unique sound while still remaining newly popular, trending up 31%.
4. Byron
If you’re a sports nut, you probably already have a list of potential names for your male cat. However, those who want a name starting with B are a bit more limited in options. However, the name Byron actually trended up to 146%.
10. Boxer
Boxer is yet another sports-inspired male cat name starting with a B. Believe it or not, it’s up 137% from previous years!
Other Fun Cat Names That Start With B
Didn’t see a winner in the list above? There’s plenty more in store if you still haven’t found that perfect cat name starting with B. Cat names have few rules, making picking one fun and engaging. The following are a few more inspiring ideas to help you choose a name you and your cat will love.
Female Cat Names That Start With B
Don’t worry! If you want something a little more feminine, there are plenty of B names to choose from.
- Barbie
- Belinda
- Bellatrix
- Bertha
- Bertie
- Bess
- Betty
- Beyonce
- Bianca
Male Cat Names That Start With B
If you want something that is specifically for a male cat, here are a few more masculine options you might want to consider.
- Barker
- Barney
- Bash
- Baxter
- Bernie
- Biggie Smalls
- Blair
- Bobby
- Brandi
- Bree
- Brienne
- Bruiser
- Brutus
- Bubba
Gender-Neutral Cat Names
To start, let’s forget all about gender and just dive right into some names that could fit any cat’s personality!
- Baba
- Babs
- Baby Yoda
- Badger
- Bagheera
- Bam-Bam
- Bambi
- Bane
- Bangles
- Banjo
- Banks
- Bashful
- Baskets
- Beast
- Bebop
- Berber
- Billie
- Billy
- Billy Jean
- Bimbo
- Bing Crosby
- Bird
- Birdie
- Bishop
- Bitsy
- Blaze
- Blondie
- Blossom
- Blubber
- Bogey
- Bolt
- Bones
- Bongo
- Bonnet
- Booger
- Boogie
- Boomer
- Boston
- Bougie
- Bowie
- Bowser
- Brain
- Bramble
- Branch
- Brandy
- Brewer
- Briar
- Bronx
- Brooklyn
- Brooks
- Bruno
- Brussels
- Bubbles
- Buckets
- Buckeye
- Bucky
- Buddha
- Buffy
- Bugsy
- Bull
- Bullet
- Bullseye
- Bumblebee
- Bun
- Bunny
- Bushy
- Butch
- Buttons
- Buzz
Food-Inspired Cat Names That Start With a B
If you want something a bit more unique, we recommend opting for a food name. This is always a fun and adorable way to name your pet. If, for example, you have a cat that won’t stop kneading your blankets, it’s a great idea to name them Biscuits!
- Bacon Bits
- Baguette
- Baked Beans
- Baklava
- Banana
- Barley
- Basil
- Berry
- Biscuit
- Boba
- Bologna
- Brisket
- Broccoli
- Brownie
- Brussels Sprout
- Burger
- Butter
- Buttercup
Conclusion
Which B name best fits your cat? Even if you didn’t see it here, the perfect match is out there, and hopefully, you have the inspiration to find it. You don’t need to pick one of the most popular cat names as long as it has your personality behind it. Take joy in thinking of names, test them out to see how they feel, and pick the one that will bear the most meaning and delight whenever you call.
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