Cat Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cat Name at a Glance

Name	Cat
Meaning	Catlike.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cat Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cat means “Catlike”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cat Name Origin

Our database records Cat under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cat a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cat is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cat

When considering Cat for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.