Cat Names That Mean Light

  1. Faldo
    • Origin:

      French, English
    • Meaning:

      "lamp lighter"
    • Description:

      An old surname with an intriguing sound an uncertain origin, although it may derive from a French word for "lantern" – perhaps referring originally to one who made or lit lanterns.
  2. Orel
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "light of God"
    • Description:

      Unisex name in Israel, ideal for a Hanukkah baby.
  3. Jyoti
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "light"
    • Description:

      The slightly complex spelling of this Sanskrit name belies its sweet and simple sound.
  4. Glæma
    • Origin:

      Faroese
    • Meaning:

      "ray of light"
    • Description:

      The Faroese term for "ray of light", seen as a feminine name on the Faroe Islands.
  5. Damar
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "resin; light"
    • Description:

      This gender-neutral Indonesian name feels familiar but unique.
  6. Neorah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "light"
    • Description:

      One step removed from Nora, if you're looking for something similar with stronger cultural ties.