150+ Halloween Names for Cats

Black cats have a different reputation depending on where you are in the world. In Europe, they’re seen as a sign of bad luck, especially during Halloween. But in Japan, seeing a black cat cross your path is actually considered good fortune.

Many people enjoy giving their cats spooky names, especially during the Halloween season. DogFix has gathered a collection of name ideas for new cat owners, ranging from horror movie characters to candy-themed options.

Whether you find black cats lucky or not, welcoming a new feline friend is always a special occasion.

Halloween Names for Female Cats Inspired by Movies and TV Shows

Looking for a spooky name for your female cat? Horror and fantasy movies and TV shows offer perfect inspiration for Halloween-themed cat names. Here are some frightfully good options:

Name	Inspired By
Ripley	Alien
Morticia	The Addams Family
Winifred	Hocus Pocus
Elvira	Elvira, Mistress of Dark
Buffy	Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Other great choices include Carrie from the classic horror film, Maleficent from the villainous character, Clarice from The Silence of the Lambs, and Bella from Twilight.

For fans of Japanese horror, Sadako from The Ring makes a perfectly eerie name for your feline friend.

Halloween Names for Male Cats Inspired by Movies and TV Shows

Looking for a spooky name for your male cat this Halloween? Movies and TV shows offer plenty of inspiration. Here are some frightfully good options:

Classic Horror Characters:

• Dracula – The iconic vampire
• Frankenstein – The famous monster
• Igor – The loyal assistant
• Norman – From the thriller “Psycho”
• Hannibal – The brilliant but deadly doctor

Modern Horror Icons:

• Freddy – The nightmare-inducing villain
• Chuckie – The possessed doll
• Jigsaw – The twisted game master
• Pennywise – The terrifying clown
• Ash – The chainsaw-wielding hero

Supernatural Names:

• Salem – The talking cat from a witch show
• Binx – The immortal cat from a Halloween classic
• Casper – For a friendly feline
• Grim – Perfect for a black cat

Fantasy & Sci-Fi Options:

• Darth – The dark side villain
• Draco – The magical antagonist
• Zuul – The supernatural entity
• Jack – The pumpkin king

Many of these names work especially well for black cats, but can suit any feline friend with the right personality.

Choose a name that matches your cat’s unique traits – perhaps “Lurch” for a large, slow-moving cat or “Pugsley” for a mischievous one.

Creepy Cat Names Inspired by Hell’s Deepest Circles

Looking for a sinister name for your feline friend? The dark world of Dante’s masterpiece offers plenty of scary options that might suit your cat’s mysterious personality.

Here are some chilling cat names drawn from the underworld:

Hellish Guardians and Monsters:

• Cerberus – The three-headed hound guarding hell’s gates
• Geryon – A fraud-representing monster with a human face
• Malabranche – Demons whose name means “evil-claws” (perfect for a scratchy cat!)
• Malacoda – A demon with an “evil tail”

Powerful Underworld Figures:

• Phlegyas – The angry boatman who ferries souls across the River Styx
• Styx – The death river itself
• Dante – The author who journeyed through the nine circles

Terrifying Women:

• Medusa – The snake-haired Gorgon who turns people to stone
• Stheno – Medusa’s immortal Gorgon sister
• Euryale – The third Gorgon sister
• Erichtho – A powerful sorceress

Historical Villains:

• Attila – The Hun leader known as “God’s Scourge”
• Count Ugolino – Starved to death with his sons
• Vanni Fucci – A shocking, obscene thief
• Ciacco – A glutton whose name means “hog”

Cat Names Inspired by Halloween Treats

Looking for a sweet name for your new feline friend? Halloween candy can provide perfect inspiration for cat names that are both fun and memorable. These sugary treats bring back childhood memories of trick-or-treating adventures and overflowing candy bags.

Consider these delicious options for your kitty:

• Baby Ruth – ideal for a brown tabby with golden eyes
• Butterfinger – perfect for an orange cat who’s a bit clumsy
• Candy Corn – suits a tricolor kitty with orange, yellow and white
• Hershey – great for a chocolate-colored cat
• Jelly Bean – cute for a small, playful kitten

Other sweet options include Kit Kat, Marshmallow, Milky Way, and Licorice.

For pairs of kittens, consider combinations like Tart and Tiny or Hot and Tamale.

Cat Names Inspired by Halloween Characters and Sounds

Looking for a spooky name for your feline friend? Halloween-themed cat names can be perfect for black cats or pets with mysterious personalities.

Consider these options:

• Midnight or Eclipse for dark-colored cats
• Pumpkin or Jack-o-Lantern for orange tabbies
• Luna or Crescent for cats with moon-like markings

Mysterious names like Phantom, Raven, and Onyx work well for cats with sleek movements. Magical options include Hex, Potion, and Merlin.

Fall Inspired Cat Names

Want a cat name that captures autumn’s charm all year? Consider these seasonal options:

• Amber – The golden color of fall leaves
• Cinnamon – A warm fall spice
• Maple – Perfect for orange cats
• Hazel – For cats with nut-brown eyes
• Harvest – Celebrating fall abundance

New Cat Resources

Looking for more information about your feline friend? These helpful resources can deepen your understanding of cat behavior:

• Understanding Tail Communication – Learn what different tail positions and movements actually mean
• Signs of Feline Unhappiness – Recognize when your cat isn’t feeling their best
• Why Cats Choose to Sleep on People – Discover the reasons behind this common behavior
• Cat Sleep Patterns – Find out if cats are truly nocturnal creatures

These articles provide practical insights to help strengthen your relationship with your cat.