Cat Names That Mean Miracle

  1. Matija
    • Origin:

      Slovene, Croatian, and Serbian variation of Matthias, Aramaic
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
    • Description:

      Thoroughly masculine in Central Europe, although it may be misconstrued as a feminine name in English-speaking countries.
  2. Eleadora
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of the sun"
    • Description:

      Cross classic Eleanor with rising vintage star Theodora and you get Eleadora, a beautiful Greek name with a wonderful meaning.
  3. Dorottya
    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Dorothy, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
  4. Evena
    • Origin:

      Finnish feminization of Even, Norwegian
    • Meaning:

      "gift; winner"
    • Description:

      A rare feminine form of Even, a common Norwegian boy name.
  5. Johnathan
    • Origin:

      Variation of Jonathan
    • Meaning:

      "gift of Jehovah"
    • Description:

      Some people may prefer this spelling to clarify the name's connection to John, but it could be one h too many, exemplified by its steady decline over the past two decades.
  6. Callidora
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of beauty"
    • Description:

      An extremely rare name of Ancient Greek origin which could be a novel way to Callie. There is a minor Harry Potter character by the name: Callidora Black (later Longbottom).
  7. Mathys
    • Origin:

      French variation of Matthias, Aramaic
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
    • Description:

      Commonly found in France — you're more likely to meet a Matthias in the US.
  8. Bogdan
    • Origin:

      Russian, Polish, Serbian, Croatian, Slovene, Bulgarian, Romanian
    • Meaning:

      "gift from God"
    • Description:

      Popular in Poland, Moldova, Romania, and Russia, and familiar in the UK too, Bogdan is a rugged and strong sounding choice with a similar meaning to US favorite Theodore. Made up of the Slavic elements bogŭ and danŭ, it means "gift from God".
  9. Hiba
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "gift"
    • Description:

      Simple and pretty Arabic option that was a fast-riser in 2022, possibly thanks in part to telenovela actress Hiba Abouk from the hit show El Principe.
  10. Phedora
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "supreme gift"
    • Description:

      A bit pharmaceutical, not to mention hatlike.
  11. Merivel
    • Origin:

      Romani form of Marvel
    • Description:

      Marvel is rising for both sexes, and this cheerful, melodic variation could appeal too.
  12. Diodorus
    • Origin:

      Latin from Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of Zeus"
    • Description:

      Diodorus derives from the Greek elements Dios, meaning "of Zeus," and doron, "gift." Diodorus Siculus, a Greek historian from the first century BC, is the most notable bearer.
  13. Ohanna
    • Origin:

      Hebrew and Armenian
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"
    • Description:

      A joyous, celebratory-sounding name.
  14. Hermas
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gift of Hermes; stone pile, boundary marker"
    • Description:

      This Greek name may have several meanings. Referenced in the bible, Hermas was the name of one of the 70 Disciples. The Shepherd of Hermas was an early Christian literary work from the 2nd century.
  15. Momoe
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "one hundred blessings"
    • Description:

      Upbeat name with an auspicious meaning.
  16. Elladora
    • Origin:

      English compound name
    • Meaning:

      "she is a gift"
    • Description:

      Pretty smoosh name from the popular elements Ella + Dora, or a spin on Eleanora influenced by Dora "gift".
  17. Dorka
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Dorottya, Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
    • Description:

      Too much teasing potential for an English speaker.
  18. Polydore
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "many gifts"
    • Description:

      As Polydoros, this rare Greek name belonged to several figures in Greek mythology, including a son of King Priam of Troy.
  19. Tanaquil
    • Origin:

      Etruscan
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
    • Description:

      This intriguing name of an ancient Etruscan queen renowned for her prophetic powers was long associated with the prima ballerina Tanaquil LeClerq.
  20. Matan
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "gift"
    • Description:

      Spelling variation of Mattan.