List of Russian names for cats and cats

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How to choose a nickname?
Name variations
Male nicknames
Names for cats

When a kitten appears in the house, the question of how to name a new family member is brewing in the family. Foreign names such as Juliet, Gabriella or August are no longer in vogue - now Russian culture is appreciated. Therefore, Muska and Vaska are returning to their Russian homes again. You can choose a simple popular Russian nickname, or you can pick up an unusual option.

How to choose a nickname?

Speaking of the Russian cat's nickname, you should not immediately recall outdated village names, because among the Russian nicknames there are very beautiful options, for example: Marquis, Orpheus, Agatha. Such a name is quite suitable for a thoroughbred animal. In general, when choosing a nickname for a cat, you can use some recommendations.

The name must contain vowels and consonants. Try to find a nickname with at least two syllables. If this word has one vowel sound, then the name probably contains several consonants standing side by side, and this is difficult to pronounce, and the pet may not like such a name.
It is advisable to choose a nickname that would contain hissing sounds. Kittens respond well to "W" and "H", quickly memorize such words and respond well.
Do not use a tricky, overly complex nickname. If, nevertheless, there is a desire to call the cat a beautiful long Russian name, then in everyday life abbreviate this nickname. So it will be easier for the owner to pronounce, and it will be easier for the pet to remember. For example, Apollinaria can be shortened to Poly.
Choosing a nickname for a kitten, remember that one day he will turn into an adult cat, and then, for example, such a name as Kid will seem very ridiculous for the majestic Maine Coon. Such nicknames are acceptable for dwarf cats.
If a kitten is bought as a gift for a child, then let him choose a name for his pet. And there are fewer problems for parents, and the young owner himself will be engaged in an interesting business for him.
You can arrange a family council and decide the issue by drawing lots. Have each one write two favorite names on pieces of paper. The youngest member of the family will pull out one of the pieces of paper - this is the name the pet will be called. The choice can be given to the kitten himself. Most likely, he will be interested in rustling papers. The one that attracts him the most and can be decisive.

Name variations

Even abroad, many cat owners now prefer to call their pets by Russian names. The fact is that Russian nicknames seem simpler and more understandable, they are cute and more suitable for such affectionate creatures as cats. In addition, the glory of modern Russian cartoon characters has spread all over the world.

When choosing a nickname for a pet, you can pay attention to the color and make a choice in accordance with the color. So, red cats in Russia are called Ryzhik, Antoshka, Zheltok, Zlata, Ryzhka, Liska. For white cats and cats, the names Belek, Snezhok, Squirrel, Belyash, Ledok, Kefir, Snezhka, Squirrel, Belyanka are suitable. Among animals with a black coat, you can often find Blackies, Ugolkov, Tsyganov, Blots, Chocolate, Panthers, Nochek. Gray pets are usually called Ash, Smoke, Cloud, Serka, Mouse.

Pay attention to the build of the cat. An animal of a large breed with long hair can be called Fluff, Zhora, Pukhlik, Bun, Vatrushka, Pelmeshka. To make it cool, you can give a well-fed cat an ironic name Talia, Grace, Ballerina. Funny names are derived from the names of confectionery: Sugar, Pie, Cake, Marshmallow, Raisin, Kovrizhka.

Don't forget about the character of the pet.... An affectionate and gentle girl can be called Laska, Nezhka, Murka. For a lazy and thoughtful cat, the names Dumka, Dushka, Sonya are suitable, and a hyperactive pet can be given the name Blizzard, Tempest, Bullet.

An eternally sleeping unhurried cat can be called Rokhlya, Ottoman, Tyuta, and if this cat is playful, high-spirited and mobile, then the nicknames Whirlwind, Wind, Brawler, Bandit, Pirate will suit him.

You can remember characters of Russian fairy tales and epics and to name the cat, for example, in honor of the hero - Dobrynya. It is unlikely that the cat Vanka, named after the fabulous prince, will seem unoriginal to those around him. The girl can be given the name Vasilisa the Wise, however, as practice shows, this cat quickly turns from Vasilisa into Vaska. Remember the famous cats from Russian literary works and cartoons: Matroskin, Behemoth, Leopold, Bayun, Gaf. Even for lovers of the classics, there are options, for example, The Scientist in honor of Pushkin's cat telling fairy tales.

Perhaps the owner of the animal is passionate about Russian literature and has his own idols in this area, that is, it is not necessary to call the animal by a cat's name - it can be surname of favorite writer (Pushkin, Chekhov, Gogol) or your favorite literary hero (Onegin, Mtsyri, Radion, Liza, Varya). It is perfectly acceptable to name a cat or a cat in honor of his beloved Russian city: Oryol, Yarik, Moscow, Kaluga. And if you remember characters of Soviet films, then the list of Russian nicknames expands even more: Afonya, Mulya, Shurik, Bumbarash, Ippolit, Tosya, Lida, Vera.