Bengal Cat Names

  1. Bardolf
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "axe-wolf"
    • Description:

      Shakespeare's classic drunken fool. In fact, this name, carried to Britain by the Normans, was quite popular until it was brought into disrepute by the low-life character who haunts taverns with Falstaff in Shakespeare's history plays.
  2. Kamran
    • Origin:

      Persian or Urdu
    • Meaning:

      "prosperous or successful"
    • Description:

      While Kamran is a common boys' name in Iran and Turkey, among other countries, if used in the US it will more likely be a respelling of Cameron, a unisex name which sounds exactly the same as Kamran. Due to cultural misunderstandings, we'd advise using the Kamran spelling only if you mean to select the Persian boys' name, not as a "creative" form of Cameron for either gender.
  3. Corcoran
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "ruddy-faced"
    • Description:

      Corky was a sitcom moniker of the fifties, Corcoran a better fit for these times.
  4. Zeldin
    • Origin:

      Yiddish surname
    • Meaning:

      "son of Zelde"
    • Description:

      Zeldin originated as a surname, designating the son of a Zelde, and feels like a fresh Jewish baby name for the 21st century.
  5. Glika
    • Origin:

      Yiddish
    • Meaning:

      "luck"
    • Description:

      The Yiddish name from which the common matronymic Jewish surname Glick derives.
  6. Cloudy
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Description:

      Sunny and Stormi are shooting up the charts — why not Cloudy? Cloudy debuted on the charts in 2022.
  7. Efemena
    • Origin:

      Urhobo
    • Meaning:

      "here is my wealth"
    • Description:

      A unisex name used among the Urhobo people of Southern Nigeria.
  8. Richeza
    • Origin:

      Polish variation of Richiza, German
    • Meaning:

      "wealthy"
    • Description:

      Richeza was a name that had its heyday in the Middle Ages but has since fallen into disuse. Richeza, and its variation Richenza, were used by the Swedish and Polish royal families. In a modern context, Richeza could be used to honor an important Richard in the family.
  9. Nagida
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "prosperous, successful"
    • Description:

      Hebrew name with a bountiful meaning but a less-than-attractive sound.
  10. Agasga
    • Origin:

      Cherokee
    • Meaning:

      "rain"
    • Description:

      Traditional Cherokee choice that could work for a daughter born on a rainy day.
  11. Dhana
    • Origin:

      Hindi; Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "wealthy"
    • Description:

      Soft and lovely option.
  12. Rondal
    • Description:

      Rondal is a masculine name that serves as a variation of Ronald, which derives from Old Norse elements meaning 'ruler's counselor' or 'mighty ruler.' This alternative spelling maintains the strong, decisive character of Ronald while offering a subtle distinction. The name has a firm, solid quality with its straightforward pronunciation. Rondal saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century when Ronald was at its peak popularity, particularly in southern regions. It carries associations with leadership, wisdom, and authority from its etymological roots. While less common than Ronald, Rondal offers parents a way to honor traditional naming patterns while providing a slightly unique twist that distinguishes their child.

  13. Aranrhod
    • Origin:

      Welsh, possibly "silver wheel"
    • Meaning:

      "silver wheel"
    • Description:

      An alternative spelling, found in some sources, of Arianrhod. This version lacks the fashionable "Aria" sound that is part of Arianrhod's appeal.
  14. Bledri
    • Origin:

      Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "ruler"
    • Description:

      With its dramatic nature meaning (blaidd "wolf" + rhi "ruler"), Bledri looks and sounds pretty distinctive. It's rare even in Wales. But the WYSIWYG spelling makes it perfectly viable.
  15. Flanna
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "red-haired"
    • Description:

      Flanna is an uncommon name for a red-haired girl, not as familiar -- or some would say, as pretty -- as its nickname, Flannery.
  16. Zeldy
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Zelda, Yiddish, English
    • Meaning:

      "gray fighting maid"
    • Description:

      Cute and quirky Zeldy adds some extra zip to Zelda — which is making its way back up the charts after decades out of the Top 1000.
  17. Reading
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "son of the red-haired"
    • Description:

      Inventive way to honor a redheaded ancestor, though most people would mispronounce it reeding, making it sound to some kids like a school assignment: Redding is a preferable spelling.
  18. Richiza
    • Origin:

      German
    • Meaning:

      "wealthy"
    • Description:

      The ancient mother name from which Richeza, Richenza, Rikissa, and Rixa were spawned. Richiza was derived from the Germanic root ric, meaning "mighty" or "wealthy." The classic masculine name Richard comes from the same origins.
  19. Euporia
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "prosperity"
    • Description:

      Not to be confused with Euphoria, Euporia was the Greek goddess of abundance.