100+ Brown Cat Names That You’ll Actually Love

You just adopted a brown cat, and they’re lovely. Why wouldn’t they be? After all, there’s a reason why “Brown Eyed Girl” was such a popular song, and a brown coat on a kitty is even sweeter. Now, you just need to find a name that’ll do your beautiful brown girl (or boy) justice.

Depending on your style, you can pick from fan-favorite names in pop culture to mouthwatering food-based names. With more than 150 name suggestions, there are plenty of options to choose from. 

Whether you have a brown-and-white cat, a striking brown tabby, or some shade between cinnamon and chocolate, this guide will give you plenty of name options to fit your cat’s distinctive features. Check out our favorite names for brown cats below.

Brown tabby cat names

Tabby cats of any color have a pretty special look. The “M” on their forehead and the stripes on their body make them easy to spot. Try a name that highlights your cat’s distinctive stripes.

• Freckles

• Marble 

• Pebbles

• Smudges

• Spot

• Tiger

• Tigger

• Tigress

• Topaz

Black and brown cat names

Have a tortoiseshell cat with a black and brown coat? Why not call out your cat’s original look with a name inspired by their uncommon color mix? 

• Cinder

• Girl Scout Cookie

• Pepper

• Porter

• Rolo

• Shadow

• Stormy

• Swirl

• Tagalong

• Xolo

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Brown-and-white cat names

There’s something about the color contrast in brown-and-white cats that makes them stand out everywhere they go. Try out one of these and give your cat a name equally as memorable as their look. 

• Boston Cream 

• Cannoli

• Chai

• Creamsicle

• Latte 

• Patch 

• S’more

• Sundae 

• Thrasher

• Twinkie

Dark-brown cat names

If your cat is a darker shade of brown, you might want to give them a deeply rich name to match. Whether your cat is an ashy dark brown or has some hints of red, one of these names could be a good fit.

• Acorn

• Bear

• Beaver

• Chestnut

• Cocoa 

• Espresso

• Mocha

• Mudd

• Smokey

Light-brown cat names

The beige aesthetic has been all the rage lately. Your light-brown cat can be super on-trend with these names: 

• Butterscotch

• Ecru

• Honey 

• Russet

• Sepia

• Sienna

• Snickerdoodle

• Taupe

• Timber

Cat names that literally mean “brown”

Want to get creative, but also looking for a name that describes your cat’s physical features? These unique names are fairly uncommon, and they all derive their meaning from the color “brown.” Their name will be like a not-so-hidden secret. 

• Aruna – Meaning “crystalline reddish-brown”, “tawny”, and “dawn,” this feminine name has Sanskrit and Hindu origins

• Braun – A German name that means “brown” and refers to hair color

• Bronson – Originally English, this name means “son of brown-haired one” 

• Bruna – A feminine name of German origin that means “brown” 

• Dunn – From Gaelic origins this name means “brown”

• Hari – This Sanskrit name means “lion” and is associated with tawny colors

• Lebron – Lebron is a masculine name of French origin, meaning “brown-haired one”

• Nyui – A Burmese name meaning “brown”

• Sorel – A French gender-neutral name meaning “reddish brown” 

• Wren – This sweet British girl’s name means "small brown songbird" 

Brown female cat names

For pet parents of female cats who want to show off their girliness and brown coats at the same time, we suggest the following:

• Dulce

• Ember

• Foxy

• Hazel

• Kasha

• Kona

• Penny

• Truffles

• Winnie

Brown male cat names

These more masculine cat names are a perfect fit for brown male cats but work well for female cats, too.

• Bruno

• Graham

• Gunner

• Maverick

• Milo

• Monkey

• Moose

• Pinto

• Rudy

• Wookie

Cute names for brown cats

Is your cat the cutest thing in the world? Probably. You can highlight their cuteness with these uber-adorable names.

• Amber

• Autumn

• Bambi

• Brandy

• Crumbs

• Hops

• Kodiak

• Oso

• Rusty

• Sable

• Taffy

Food-inspired names for brown cats

Sometimes, our cats are so sweet a food name is the only option. Naming your cat after a delicious dessert is a great way to show off their sweetness. (Just be warned: Saying their name a lot might make you crave that snack more — but we see nothing wrong with that.)

• Biscuit

• Brioche

• Brownie

• Cinnamon

• Meatloaf

• Éclair

• Oatmeal

• Tater tot

• Toast

• Mars Bar

• Snickers

• Hershey

• Twix

Celebrity and famous character names for brown cats

Consider naming your cat after one of these celebrities and famous characters that could have been cats in another life.

• Bing Clawsby

• Cleopatra

• Patti Labelle

• Hairy Styles

• Luna Lovegood

• Beyonce

• Doogie Howser

• George Clooney

• Captain Jack Sparrow

• Angelina Jolie

• Robin Hood

• Selina Kyle

Cat names inspired by movie and TV cats

Let your cat take in the spotlight and name them after some of film and television’s most famous brown(ish) cats. 

• Baron Humbert von Gikkingen — The Cat Returns

• Diego — Ice Age

• Oliver — Oliver & Company

• Toulouse — The Aristocats

• Simba — The Lion King

• Catbus — Totoro

• Sergeant Tibbs — 101 Dalmatians

• Mr. Jinx — Meet the Parents

• Mrs. Norris — Harry Potter

• Sassy — Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

What should I name my brown cat? 

Consider some of these tips when you start brainstorming to help you land on the right name for your cat.

• Try picking a name that matches their personality, coat patterns, or your personal interests. 

• Don’t rush the process. Sometimes, a cat’s name becomes apparent through their behavior or unique quirks.

• Keep it simple. While most people don’t do formal training with their cats, taking a recommendation from dog trainers on naming might be a good idea. Some trainers suggest keeping names to one or two syllables, so it’s easier for the pups to learn and identify their name.

• Avoid cat names that would make others uncomfortable. You should also avoid any names that are racial or cultural slurs, or that use offensive language. Don’t choose a name that will make you uncomfortable to say.

• Try to select a name that will grow with your pet. If you’re adopting a kitten, a name that focuses on how tiny they are might not work in the long run, but something that revolves around their coat color would. Because brown cats are rarer than other breeds, a unique name based on their coat could be a great fit.

Adopt a brown cat

If you’ve been trying to figure out the right cat name and haven’t adopted a cat yet, you can search for adoptable cats near you (in any color combo) on Adopt A Pet.

Commonly asked questions:

How common are brown cats?

Solid brown cats are especially rare. Just like human hair, coat colors all come down to genetics. Only a handful of breeds can have solid brown coats — like the Havana Brown, which is brown all over, all the way down to their paws and whiskers. Havana might just be a great name for your cat if you’re lucky enough to find one who is solid brown.

What are some unique brown cat names?

Some unique brown cat names are those in other languages or inspired by nature, such as “Morena,” “Kadru,” or “Umber.” Unique brown cat names can come from all over.