Cat Names That Mean Light

  1. Ashwina
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "light; possessed of horses"
    • Description:

      A feminine form of Ashwin, linked to the twin Hindu gods of the sunrise and sunset, the Ashwini. Ashvini is also the name of the first star that appears in the evening sky in Hindu astronomy.
  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. Neorah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "light"
    • Description:

      One step removed from Nora, if you're looking for something similar with stronger cultural ties.
  6. Damar
    • Origin:

      Indonesian
    • Meaning:

      "resin; light"
    • Description:

      This gender-neutral Indonesian name feels familiar but unique.