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The hippie movement of the 60s and 70s advocated for love and peace over war and strife. When we think of hippies, we typically think of their unique fashion sense, folk and rock music, and a connection to nature.
Our list of 100 hippie cat names draws from these and more. We have plenty of unique names for you to choose from below, or maybe they’ll inspire you to think of your own ideas.
Either way, we hope you find the perfect name for your new kitten or cat.
Hippie Cat Names for Male Cats
These 40+ male cat names include nature names, animal names, musical names, and more.
Phoenix – A bird made of fire that burns and rises from its own ashes.
Lyric – The words of a song.
Indigo – A dark blue color.
Shaggy – From Scooby Doo!
Sage – An herb said to rid spaces of negative energy when burned.
Moonbeam – A beam of light from the moon.
Birch – These trees symbolize fresh starts and rebirth.
Oak – A symbol of endurance and stability.
Rain – A sweet weather-themed name.
Cosmo – Another name for the universe, for the cat who means more than the world to you.
Ocean – A deep, mysterious body of water.
Twilight – The times just before sunrise and after sunset.
Galaxy – A system of stars, such as our galaxy, the Milky Way.
Ash – Remnants of a fire.
Olive – Olive trees symbolize peace and love. Also consider popular variants of this name such as Oliver and Olivia.
Cloud – For a cute, fluffy kitten or a cat who sounds like thunder when they run around upstairs.
Karma – The belief that the universe gives good to those who do good, and bad to those who do bad.
Arlo – An Old English name that means “fortified hill.”
Groovy – A slang word that means “fashionable” or “excellent.”
Freedom – For the cat who is a free spirit.
Sunshine – The light of your life.
Brook – A small body of water.
Meadow – A clear plot of land filled with grass or wildflowers.
Clover – Four-leaved clovers are rare and said to bring good luck.
Breezy – An easygoing personality that shifts like the wind.
Stardust – Used to refer to romantic or sentimental ideas.
Sunny – A great name for a bright orange cat.
Berry – For a kitten as sweet as a berry.
Briar – A plant with thorns.
Zen – To be relaxed.
Echo – A sound that repeats itself.
Halo – Is your kitten a perfect angel (at least when they’re asleep)?
Infinity – Something that goes on forever.
Journey – They say the journey is more important than the destination.
Robin – A bird with a red belly that symbolizes fresh starts and good fortune.
Blaze – Flames that burn brightly.
Elm – Elm trees are a symbol of wisdom.
North – Like the North Star.
Thunder – For a loud cat who is rambunctious like a storm.
Quest – A search for something great.
Ziggy – This name means “peace.”
Nirvana – A perfect place full of happiness.
Bear – Animals known for their strength and intelligence.
Hippie Cat Names for Female Cats
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From flower power to bird names to everyday words associated with the hippie movement, we have a little something for everyone in these next 44 names for girl cats.
Saffron – A spice made from crocus flowers.
Daisy – A white flower with a yellow center.
Aurora – Another name for the polar lights.
Harmony – Peace and agreement.
Honey – A sweet food made by bees.
Venus – The second planet from the sun, which represents love and beauty.
Azalea – A bush that grows beautiful flower clusters.
Heaven – A paradise where some religions believe people live in the afterlife.
Eartha – A name based off of planet Earth.
Daphne – A Greek name that means “laurel tree.”
Celeste – This pretty name means “heavenly.”
Misty – When the air is filled with fog or mist.
Autumn – Another word for the fall season.
Rainbow – For the cat who came to brighten your life after a dark period.
Willow – Willow trees symbolize adaptability and strength.
Skye – For a cat who is larger than life.
Dream – Haven’t you always dreamed of adopting a kitten?
Love – The most powerful force in the world.
Blossom – A flower on a tree or bush.
Tulip – A flower that symbolizes love and affection.
Camellia – A shrub that produces large, colorful flowers.
Fern – Unique plants that do not flower.
Faith – Having confidence that things will work out.
Peace – A time without fighting or war.
Serenity – Another word for peace.
Summer – A joyous season!
Destiny – The idea that some things in life are meant to be.
Juniper – After the juniper tree, a symbol of strength and protection.
Petal – The colorful parts of a flower.
Starla – A name that means “star.”
Joy – Another word for happiness.
Butterfly – A delicate and beautiful insect, often with brightly patterned wings.
Jewel – For the cat you’ll always treasure.
Opal – A gemstone that represents hope.
Buttercup – A cute yellow flower.
Magnolia – A tree with pink or white flowers.
Apple – A fruit often used to symbolize wisdom and knowledge.
Maple – A tree that symbolizes strength.
Miracle – An unlikely but amazing event.
Ambrosia – A mythical food or drink in Greek mythology, said to cause immortality.
Bluebell – Blue-purple flowers shaped like little bells.
Cherry – A sweet fruit.
Ivory – Found on animal tusks, such as elephants.
Jade – A green gemstone that represents harmony.
Hippie Cat Names Inspired by Music
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Many musicians of the time are associated with the hippie movement, especially those who created rock and folk music. Here are some music-inspired hippie cat names:
Joplin – After the rock singer Janis Joplin.
Dylan – After singer-songwriter Bob Dylan.
Bowie – After the musician David Bowie.
Cher – An American singer.
Mercury – After Freddy Mercury, the lead vocalist of the band Queen.
Hendrix – After the famous guitarist Jimi Hendrix.
Lennon – After John Lennon, from The Beatles.
Elvis – After the singer Elvis Presley.
Simon – After Paul Simon from Simon & Garfunkel.
Garfunkel – After Art Garfunkel from Simon & Garfunkel.
Beatle – After The Beatles.
Joni – After singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell.
Marley – After singer and guitarist Bob Marley.
We hope you’ve found a name or two that inspires you on this list, and that you can give your new cat a name you’ll both love.
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About Katelynn Sobus
Katelynn is a freelance pet content writer who has written a variety of pet articles, including breed portfolios and care guides. She uses her experience as a lifelong pet owner to write expert content about cats, dogs, and small pets.
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