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145 Cat Names That Start With L: Our Top Picks for Your Little Companion
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Choosing a name for your new kitty can be exciting and overwhelming when you consider all the great options. However, there are also so many places to draw inspiration from, such as your favorite singer, food, movie character, or nature.
Regardless of your cat's breed, color, or personality, if you are looking for a great name starting with the letter L, we have several options for you to choose from! Since there are so many excellent choices, we’ll also help you narrow them down so that you can find the perfect name for your new kitty.
How to Choose a Name for Your Kitty
The fact that you are reading this article means you are looking for a unique name that starts with L, which is a great start! By choosing a particular letter, you have filtered through your options significantly and eliminated several names. Breaking down your ideas into themes or categories is a great way to go through a process of elimination that leads to you finding the ideal name.
So, for example, your next step would naturally be male and or female names, but you can also try finding unisex names if you want something more gender-neutral. Then, you could narrow the options down further by choosing a category like your favorite food or movie character. You could base this on your cat's personality, color, or breed. For example, if your cat is mischievous and you are a die-hard Marvel fan, the name Loki is a fantastic option.
Take your time when choosing your new kitty’s name because, remember, it’s forever. Take in all the factors you should consider, such as their nickname, personality and appearance, and your favorite things. Don’t worry about the opinions of others; pick a name that resonates with you.
Male Cat Names Starting with “L”
Let’s start with our top male cat names that start with L. Some can even be used for a female cat, including popular, classic options such as Lucky and Levi.
- Lachlan
- Laker
- Lance
- Lander
- Larry
- Larson
- Lazer
- Len
- Leo
- Leon
- Leroy
- Levi
- Lewis
- Liam
- Lincoln
- Link
- Logan
- Louie
- Lucas
- Lucian
- Lucifer
- Lucky
- Luka
- Luke
- Lynx
Female Cat Names Starting with “L”
Female cat names would be the fitting follow-up to male names, so here are our top female names starting with L. Again, some can be unisex, and they include classic favorites such as Lola and Luna. There are also many unique options if you want to avoid the more popular titles.
- Lacey
- Lady
- Lara
- Laverne
- Layla
- Leah
- Leela
- Lenice
- Lexi
- Libby
- Lilah
- Lilith
- Lillie
- Lily
- Lisa
- Liv
- Lizzie
- Lola
- Lou
- Louise
- Lucia
- Lucy
- Lulu
- Luna
- Lydia
Music-Inspired Names Starting with an “L”
Music is a big part of many people’s lives, and we all have a list of our timeless, favorite songs or musicians that have impacted our lives positively. It could be as simple as a song that was playing when you brought your kitty home or the musician whose songs you play every day before heading off to work.
- Lady Gaga
- Lambert
- Lana Del Ray
- Lark
- Lars
- Lauryn
- Led Zeppelin
- Lennon
- Lennox
- Lenny
- Lenny
- Leona
- Leonard
- Lil Jon
- Lil Nas
- Lil Wayne
- Linkin
- Lionel
- Little Richard
- Lizzo
- LL Cool J
- Lorde
- Ludacris
- Lupin
- Luther
Pop Culture-Inspired Names Starting with “L”
The name for your kitty could also come from your favorite movie, comic book, TV show, movie or book character, and Disney, of course! These names are unique and fun and often spark a reaction from friends with the same interests.
- Lafayette
- Lalo
- Lara Croft
- Laverne
- Le Pew
- Le Plume
- Leeloo
- Lefou
- Legolas
- Leia
- Lemmiwinks
- Leonard Hofstadter
- Leonidas
- Lestat
- Lex Luther
- Lilly Luna
- Lilo
- Linus
- Lisa Simpson
- Little (Stuart Little)
- Loco
- Logan
- Loki
- Lord Voldemort
- Lorraine Mcfly
- Lucius Malfoy
- Luigi
- Luke Cage
- Luke Skywalker
- Luna Lovegood
Food-Inspired Names Starting with “L”
Maybe you’re a foodie or chef, and a name inspired by one of your favorite foods seems appropriate. Some delicious options start with the letter L, and they are really cute!
- Lakoocha
- Lamb
- Lantana
- Lard
- Lasagna
- Latkes
- Latte
- Lays
- Leek
- Lemon
- Lentil
- Lilok
- Lima
- Limau
- Linguini
- Liquorice
- Loaf
- Lobster
- Loganberry
- Loin
- Lollipop
- Loquat
- Lovage
- Lulo
- Lychee
Nature-Inspired Names Starting with “L”
If you are a lover of nature and inspired by its elements, this list includes names starting with L inspired by parts of flowers, plants trees, lakes, and mountain ranges!
- Ladybug
- Laguna
- Lake
- Lamb
- Lancewood
- Land
- Lantana
- Lark
- Larkin
- LaSal
- Laurel
- Laurentian
- Lava
- Lavender
- Leaf
- Leighton
- Lennox
- Leopard
- Libra
- Light
- Lilac
- Linaria
- Little Dipper
- Lotus
- Lupin
Final Thoughts
There you have it! Our ideas for kitty names, starting with an L, will hopefully suit your cat's personality, appearance, or your favorite things! We included names for boys and girls that are unique and classic, but they are all fun and fitting in some way or the other. Remember to take your time when choosing because you will be saying this name a lot in the coming years!
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Nicole is a lover of animals of all sizes but is especially fascinated with the feline variety. She’s the proud mom of Baby, a Burmese, and works every day so he can relax in the sunshine or by the fire. She’s always had a cat in her home and has spent countless days with others, observing behaviors and softening up even the grouchiest of the lot. Nicole wants to share her kitty expertise with you so you and your cat can live happy, healthy, and care-free.
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