Has a new feline entered your life and you have to name it? We have you covered! By the way, congratulations on your recently arrived kitty.
Apart from giving them love and care, naming a cat is important, and hard. This is why on this occasion we offer you a list of cat names starting with the letter E (we also have more lists here).
Whether it’s a letter with a special meaning to you or you are just browsing name ideas, you will find at least a few candidates!
Here’s the list:
Elegant and Classy Names
Eleanor – Means “Shining Light”.
Eliza – Means “Pledged To God.” Derived from Elizabeth.
Estelle – A name with Latin origin, meaning “star” Ideal for a cat whose personality shines!
Edmund – Origins from Old English. This means “wealthy protector”.
Evangeline – Greek origin, Means “good news”.
Evelyn – British origin name, meaning “wished-for”,”desired”. Lovely choice if you are adopting a cat after a long wait.
Emmeline – A name with multiple origins that Means “diligent” and “vigorous”.
Eudora – Greek origin name, meaning “excellent gift”. Suitable for a cat that’s a treasure for you.
Ephraim – A biblical name meaning “fruitful”.
Eleanora – A variation of Eleanor which also means “Shining light”.
Elodie – French origin name, meaning “foreign riches.”
Elvira – Meaning “white”. Suitable for a white-furred cat.
Elysia – From the Latin word Elysium, meaning “blissful.”
Esme – A Persian origin name, meaning “beloved.”
Emilia – Latin origin name. A variant of Amelia, meaning “rival.” and “eager”
Eloise – French origin name, meaning “healthy.”
Eunice – Greek origin, meaning “victorious” and “good victory”.
Ephigenia – Greek origin, meaning “born strong.” A great fit for big kitties.
Elisabeth – The German spelling for a classic name, meaning “God is my oath.”
Mythology and Fantasy Names
Eros – Greek god of love.
Eldora – Meaning “covered in gold”
Eowyn – From “The Lord of the Rings”
Eragon – From the book series “The Inheritance Cycle”
Elrond – A wise elf from “The Lord of the Rings”
Elektra – A character in Greek mythology
Elysium – A paradise in Greek mythology
Excalibur – The legendary sword of King Arthur
Epona – The Celtic goddess of horses
Eridanus – A constellation named after a river
Enyo – Greek goddess of war.
Epimetheus – A Titan in Greek mythology.
Endymion – A figure from Greek mythology.
Erinyes – The Furies (chthonic goddesses of vengeance) in Greek mythology.
Edda – Referring to the Old Norse texts, meaning “Poetic Art”
Eryx – A mythical, legendary boxer.
History enthusiast? Here’s our Roman cat names list
Nature-Inspired Names
Nature has a lot to offer in terms of meaningful cat names, with so many species of fauna and flora, here are some unique, nature-inspired cat names starting with the letter E:
Echo
Elm
Eden
Ember
Everest
Eagle
Eucalyptus
Ebony
Estuary
Equinox
Evergreen
Eclipse
Estrella
Eagle
Elder
Erosion
Edelweiss
Earth
Egret
Esker
Elara
Euryale
Elohim
Echidna
Food and Drink Names
A funny and cute source of inspiration for great cat names are food and drinks. Here are some amazing ideas to name your cat inspired by food and drink:
Espresso
Eclair
Elderberry
Earl Grey
Eggnog
Edam
Eggplant
Ebi
Emmentaler
Eton Mess
Eggroll
Eclat
Enchilada
Elderflower
Edamame
Egg Tart
Eiskaffee
Estofado
Pop Culture and Celebrity Names
Many famous people you recognize and even support have names that start with E, and can be an amazing way to choose a name that represents your music or artistic taste and reflect part of it and your personality in your furry friend:
Ellen – After Ellen DeGeneres.
Elvis – After Elvis Presley
Emma – After actress Emma Watson.
Eddie – After actor Eddie Redmayne.
Elle – After actress Elle Fanning.
Ezra – After actor Ezra Miller.
Elton – After musician Elton John.
Eleanor – After Eleanor Roosevelt.
Eminem – After the rapper.
Emily – After poet Emily Dickinson.
Eli – After actor Eli Wallach.
Enya – After the singer.
Ed Sheeran – After the singer-songwriter.
Elle Woods – After the character in “Legally Blonde”.
Evita – After Eva Perón.
Elrond – After the character from “The Lord of the Rings”
Eddie Murphy – After the comedian.
Emma Stone – After the actress.
Eilish – After Billie Eilish
Tips To Choose The Right Cat Name
Here are some general guidelines to choose a great gat name:
- Ends in a vowel: If you want your cat to answer your call, the key is to choose names that end in a vowel. These are easier to recognize for cats due to the pitch change we usually make when pronouncing these words, standing out from other words that are mainly gibberish for them.
- 1-2 syllables long: Keep it short and sweet to complement the first point. Shorter names are easier for your cat to recall, recognize, and respond to.
- Considers Looks: Representative names consider aspects of your cat’s appearance. They have a unique tint and carry a strong, evident meaning.
- Considers Personality: Personality is another attribute of your cat you can consider when choosing a special name. Some name ideas can provoke feelings or have significance that closely relates to your cat’s unique behavior and character.
Such a thing as the perfect cat name doesn’t exist, as it is a very subjective topic. In the end, you have to pick a name that you like, and that doesn’t have to follow any other rules for it to be perfect for you, and that’s the only important factor!
Conclusion
Have you found the name you were looking for? If so, tell us and other cat parents on the same search which one you choose!
Still looking for the perfect cat name? Take a look at more A-Z cat name ideas!
We also have other themed cat name lists:
