There are two types of exotic cat: some of these felines are a hybrid cross of a domestic cat and a wild cat, and others are 100% domestic but look just like a wild cat species. Both have captured the public’s attention and are quickly gaining in popularity. The best exotic cat names can help your standout kitty to take their unique status to the next level.
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Does the term domestic exotic cat sound like an oxymoron to you? Far from being a contradiction in terms, an exotic cat is a simply a pet cat that has been bred to resemble its wild brethren. They’re not to be confused cats that have Exotic with a capital E in their name, such as the Exotic Shorthair! These unique animals are trending almost as fast as designer cats and dogs. And their future seems unlimited as far as demand and interest in these beautiful, mysterious cats are concerned.
An exotic hybrid cat breed such as the Savannah or the Bengal is the product of cross-breeding between domestic and wild cat species. Sometimes their most recent wild ancestor was a long way back in their family tree, and sometimes not.
On the other hand, a 100% domestic exotic cat has no wild blood running through its veins, since it has no history of being cross bred with a wild cat. This charming little guy – for example an Ocicat or a Toyger – has simply been breed to have a wild appearance, without any wild genetic material.
Exotic Male Savannah Cat Names
The Savannah cat is an exciting cross breed between the African Serval and the domestic cat. Subsequent generations were bred to additional cats including Ocicats, Oriental shorthairs, and Egyptian Maus.
- Amenmose
- Ammon
- Sendjemib
- Senenmut
- Bay
- Horwedja
- Jafari
- Jahi
- Jibade
- Heru
- Hondo
- Inyotefoker
- Ipuki
- Metjen
- Minnakht
- Mitry
- Irsu
- Huy
- Huya
- Bebi
- Bebti
- Makalani
- Ma’nakhtuf
- Masaharta
- Nenkhsekhmet
- Nenwef
- Nessumontu
- Nibamon
- Masud
- May
- Bek
- Amsi
- Kheruef
- Khufukaef
- Khnumhotep
- Khui
Female Exotic Cat Names for Stunning Savannahs
Even as kittens, Savannahs girls are huge kitties, and very strong when they play. I think female exotic cats deserve a name which is as fierce as it is beautiful! I’m sticking with the Egyptian theme again here.
- Henite
- Hent
- Tey
- Hentmire
- Baktwerel
- Kemanut
- Kemsit
- Masikah
- Memphis
- Menhet
- Kentetenka
- Khama’at
- Neferhetep
- Neferhetepes
- Olabisi
- Hentaneb
- Hentmereb
- Thent Hep
- Tia
- Olufemi
- Omorose
- Sobekemsaf
- Sotepenre
- Subira
- Oseye
- Neferkent
- Neferneferur
- Khamerernebty
- Beketaten
- Bastet
- Hent-Temehu
Exotic Ideas for Pixie Bob Boys
This chunky little fellow has the look of a wild bobcat combined with the mild manners of a domestic moggie. Just like a bobcat, Pixie Bobs sport a bobbed tail and a beautifully spotted coat. Doesn’t this darling little charmer deserve an equally cute (but fierce, of course) name?
- Parennefer
- Ro-an
- Blinky
- Blossom
- Tipsy
- Tofu
- Truffles
- Booger
- Bootsie
- Brady
- Cinnamon
- Cookie
- Cuddly
- Cutie Pie
- Dainty Don
- Dalia
- Hobo
- Hopper
- Huggie
- Hunny Bunny
- Darling
- Dash
- Bobbin
- Bonbon
- Rudjek
- Ruia
- Paser
- Patenemheb
- Boo Boo
- Dashy
- Didgeridoo
Female Names for Perfect Pixie Bobs
I don’t think that I mentioned this when discussing male Pixiebob cat names, but these adorable little rascals have a little something extra (literally!) that adds to their cute factor.
Exotic Pixiebob cats have extra digits on their paws (polydactylism) which give their mitts the appearance of super-big, fluff ball feet and hands. Aw!
- Snickers
- Polkadot
- Pookie
- Popcorn
- Snookums
- Twiggie
- Twinkles
- Teacup
- Truffles
- Fuzzy
- Garnet
- Ping Pong
- Tipsy
- Tofu
- Pixie
- Riggles
- Rishi
- Poppy
- Pudding
- Gingersnap
- Glitter
- Gumdrop
- Gussie
- Hairy
- Dinky
- Doughnut
- Tierra
- Clove
- Brownie
- Buffy
Exotic Boy Cat Names for Ocicats
The Ocicat is a 100% percent wild-looking moggie with 100% domestic cat DNA. This lithe, athletic looking feline is the result of breeding together Siamese, Abyssinian, and American Shorthair cats.
The resultant furry bundle has a decidedly large, muscular body, and a semi-wild look on his lean face, but he carries himself with a friendly, affectionate demeanour. This cat, with its cool intelligence and sinewy power reminds me of a martial artist, much like the inimitable, late Bruce Lee.
- Daiki
- Akemi
- Daisuke
- Chiyo
- Hiroshi
- Bay
- Berry
- Blaze
- Brook
- Cedar
- Clay
- Cove
- Dale Misty
- Nova
- Petal
- Fumiko
- Isamu
- Hisako
- Kenta
- Hiroko
- Fen
- Li
- Kiyoshi
- Kana
- Makoto
- Kazuko
- Manabu
- Mami
- Susumu
- Mayuni
- Tadashi
- Megumi
Female Exotic Ocicat Names
The strong-as-silk Ocicat females deserve a delicate but strong Asian-influenced name just as their male counterparts do. I think this list has some exceptionally graceful and evocative female exotic cat names that are just perfect for the Ocicat:
- Takumi
- Misaki
- Yutaka
- Bo
- Chen
- Han
- Yon
- Cuc
- De
- Akira
- Hisao
- Nanami
- Yuuka
- Cascade
- Sparrow
- Sunny
- Clementine
- Clove
- Coral
- Basil
- Prairie
- Season
- Solstice
- Tempest
- Terra
- Yumiko
- Chau
- Keico
- Masao
- Kumiko
- Noaki
- Kyouko
- Osamu
Exotic Cat Names for Bengal Boys
And then there is the strikingly beautiful Bengal cat, one of the best known of the exotic cats. This majestic moggie is marked with leopard-like stripes and the characteristic fur rosettes of his gorgeous Asian leopard cat ancestors.
But in the end, the little Bengal has the sweet disposition of an everyday moggie: no baring of fangs for this gentle giant!
What would make Bengal cat names exotic and fitting for such a unique feline? Since his glorious fur ranges from orangey hues to earthy browns, I think that nature-inspired names are fitting and natural monikers.
- Breeze
- Venetian
- Willow
- Windy
- Wren
- Windy
- Bear
- Birch
- Cliff
- Cloud
- Field
- Flint
- Forrest
- Glenn
- Grove
- Hawk
- Leaf
- Summer
- Olive
- Rain
- Reed
- River
- Dove
- Evening
- Fauna
- Roan
- Sage
- Sky
- Dusty
- Ember
- Dawn
Female Names for Beautiful Bengals
Mother-nature inspired exotic girl cat names are definitely called for when naming a female Bengal cat. They have strong, confident personalities, and I think that a name that corresponds to the natural elements is a purr-fect fit, don’t you?
- Bay
- Land
- Leo
- North
- Orio
- Basil
- Sea
- Berry
- Ridge
- Rock
- Wolf
- Wood
- Ash
- Cove
- Dale
- Dusty
- Ember
- Aspen
- Blaze
- Brooke
- Cicada
- Venus
- West
- Winter
- Roan
- Clay
- Lake
- Hollis
- Holly
- Huckleberry
- Hyacinth
- Lark
- Linden
- Lotus
- Ocean
Suggestions for Serengeti Girls
To end our look at exotic cat names, I’ve got some names that would be sure to please an exotic Serengeti cat! Serengeti cats are the result of breeding together a Bengal cat with an Oriental Shorthair.
Their coat features golden shades with contrasting black dots, and they have long legs that like to be active. I definitely think that a name evocative of the wild African Serengeti would be perfect to apply to the athletic and regal Serengeti cat:
- Iyabo
- Izara
- Sabra
- Kalifa
- Imani
- Asha
- Ode
- Jinja
- Makenna
- Marjani
- Juba
- Kadida
- Kanika
- Kano
- Lissa
- Luanda
- Maaza
- Massai
- Nowa
- Lurpu
- Garmenh
- Kortolo
- Nyanpue
- Kahn
- Gorpue
- Ronah
- Nairobi
- Nala
- Kessie
- Kia
- Kwame
- Kymani
- Nayo
- Ngozi
- Feechi
- Ekon
- Zane
- Isabis
- Jafari
- Daliah
- Haji
- Lulu
- Uma
- Nilla
- Yarkpawolo
- Cammue
- Kolli
- Paye
- Garte
- Nya
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