Throughout history humanity has been fascinated by cats.

Mythology names for cat. Literary Names for Cats. Hermes Greek origin means interpreter. Weve even added in some famous mythological cat names.

Get more boy cat names. These ancient Greeks viewed their goddess Artemis the way the Egyptians viewed thier cat goddess Bastet. Apollo The smart God of Knowledge.

It could be something to do with the place where your new cat is from as many current place names derive somewhere from Geek mythology. A cute mythical name for a male cat. 11 cats from mythology You could opt for Leo the fifth astrological sign of the zodiac or get really creative with one of these legendary cat-inspired names.

Cats are rather mystical themselves appearing in mythology and literature as otherworldly beings. These names from the Mayan Pantheon are best suited for cats with complex histories or personalities honoring the complex mythology of the culture. Chen - She served as the goddess of maize and magic and as a councilor to the kings making her name ideal for companion cats.

Áine female - In Irish mythology the Queen of Fairies and goddess of summer. And of course we cant forget that they are a popular witchs familiar. If your cat is easily trained this is a good option.

Griffin Welsh origin means strong in faith. Famous Cat Names. If your cat has an eye defect you can call them Cyclops named after the creature in Greek mythology.