If you have recently brought home a tuxedo cat or kitten, one of the first things on your mind is probably choosing a special black-and-white cat name for your new feline friend. Coming up with potential cat names is part of the fun, but choosing a name for your new cat or kitten can also feel overwhelming.
If you’re not sure where to begin, read on for great name ideas for your new black-and-white kitty. To start off, let’s take a look at some of our favorite black-and-white cat names.
Top Black-and-White Cat Names
- Bowtie: A part of a tuxedo
- Checkers: A popular board game that can be black and white
- Chip: Poker chips can be black and white
- Dice: Dice can be black and white
- Domino: The black and white piece of a tile-based game
- Dottie: A cute name for a cat with black or white spots
- Eightball: The black and white billiard ball
- Magpie: A well-known black and white bird
- Mittens: A name for a cat with white or black paws
- Oreo: The popular and tasty cookie that’s black and white
- Patches: A good name for a cat with patches of black and white
- Polka Dot: Polka dot patterns can be black and white
- Socks: A perfect name for a cat with white or black fur on the legs
- Spot: A good name for a cat with black or white spots
- Sprinkles: If your cat’s coat reminds you of vanilla ice cream with chocolate sprinkles
- Tux: Short for tuxedo
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Female Black-and-White Cat Names
Some black-and-white cat names might sound sweeter or more feminine, so these are perfect for girl cats. Some great female black-and-white cat names include:
- Bella
- Bessie
- Bunny
- Callie
- Chloe
- Cleo
- Coco
- Cookie
- Cookies and Cream
- Cruella
- Daisy
- Darling
- Dot
- Emmy
- Fifi
- Gigi
- Luna
- Magpie
- Maisy
- Millie
- Minnie
- Mittens
- Nala
- Penny
- Pepper
- Pipi
- Raven
- Roxy
- Sprinkles
- Star
- Sweetie
- Twilight
- Twinkie
- Zoe
Male Black-and-White Cat Names
Whether traditionally male names or simply names that sound tough or more masculine, some black-and-white themed names are more suited to boy cats. Here are some of our favorite male black-and-white cat names.
- Ace
- Badger
- Bandit
- Bear
- Blot
- Bowtie
- Chaplin
- Charcoal
- Charlie
- Chip
- Chuck
- Dice
- Fedora
- Felix
- Figaro
- George
- Harlequin
- Inky
- Leo
- Lucky
- Max
- Mickey
- Milo
- Mischief
- Motley
- Ollie
- Oswald
- Phantom
- Pinstripe
- Pongo
- Skunk
- Smokey
- Smudge
- Snoopy
- Speck
- Spot
- Stormy
- Sylvester
- Tux
Cute Black-and-White Cat Names
Some black-and-white cat names are just plain cute! These names, many of which play on the contrasting colors found in black-and-white cats, are suitable for any black and white cat, whether adult or kitten, male or female:
- Affogato
- Boots
- Brownie
- Cappuccino
- Checkers
- Cow
- Dapple
- Ding Dong
- Espresso
- Fluff
- Freckles
- Galaxy
- Happy
- Holstein
- Kit Kat
- Onyx
- Orca
- Oreo
- Panda
- Patches
- Penguin
- Pepe
- Polka Dot
- Puffin
- Sassy
- Scrabble
- Shamu
- Socks
- Speckles
- Sundae
- Tiger
- Truffle
- Whiskey
- Zebra
Unique Black-and-White Cat Names
There are a lot of black-and-white cats, and many of them have the same name. If you’d prefer giving your pet a name that’s unique and not so common, here are a few ideas to help you get started. You might recognize a lot of these from pop culture.
- Ansel Adams
- Betty Boop
- Chess
- Chilly Willy
- Cody Maverick
- Darcy
- Darth
- Geralt
- Groom
- Jack Skellington
- James Bond
- Khumba
- Macchiato
- Marina
- Marty
- Mickey
- Minnie
- Mumble
- Neo
- Oxford
- Piano
- Pingu
- Pixel
- Poe
- Priest
- Ref
- Skipper
- Snape
- Soccer
- Steinway
- Sushi
- Vintage
- Yennefer
- York
- Zorro
Tips for Naming Your Black-and-White Cat
There are many ways to find the inspiration you need to name your new black-and-white cat. When sorting through names, consider whether they are easy to say. After all, you’ll be saying your cat’s name a lot!
Consider the Coat Pattern
Although it’s not required to choose a name that reflects the color of your cat, black-and-white cats are visually striking, so it can be fun to select a name that plays off of their color pattern.
Black-and-white cats vary in pattern, including black with white spots, mostly white with black spots, and 50/50 black and white. Small white markings on the chest are referred to as stars or tuxedo markings, and some black-and-white cats have facial markings that resemble mustaches or goatees.
Consider Their Personality
When trying to come up with the perfect name for your new black-and-white cat or kitten, also consider your feline friend’s individual personality. A playful, fun-loving cat can easily wear a silly, lighthearted name well, while a serious cat might do best with a name that’s more traditional or straightforward.
Remember, it’s OK to test out names for a few days before committing. Say the name out loud and practice calling your cat with the name to see how it suits your cat. You might find it’s perfect, or not quite right—either way, you’ll make some progress!
Other Name Ideas for Black-and-White Cats
The names on this list are just a few of the many creative names you can consider for your new cat or kitten. If you didn't find the perfect name here, don't give up hope. For more cat name ideas, check out: