Cat Names That Start With P

If Banjo can be a name, why not Piano? Could be inspired by prize-winning architect Renzo Piano.

Old French form of Petronilla borne by Perenelle Flamel (1320-1402), alchemist and wife of Nicolas Flamel. They are known for their quest to discover the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance said to turn any metal into gold and to make its owner immortal. The figure of Perenelle Flamel appeared in the Harry Potter series.

A bold new word name that conjures up images of peg-legs and eyepatches. It was brought to national attention by pop musician Billie Eilish, whose full name is Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell.

Possible musical tribute name to the waiflike, husky-voiced midcentury French singer who was given this last name because of her birdlike quality.

Peanut Kai is the crazy celebrity baby name of the son of General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku. Cute but not recommended.

Cute and quirky nickname that stands on its own in Finland.

Philosopher names can be difficult to wear — the Russian form of Plato is just different enough to give your child his own identity.

Most likely to be borne by a spotted cat or dog.

Leads to sweeter short forms Pirjo and Pirkko.