Stories About Some Hilariously Unusual Cat Names

When we name a child, we have to consider how that name will be used and regarded through your progeny's lifetime. None of those restrictions apply to cats, so we have fun giving them weird and amusing names. Cats don't care. Or maybe they do. When it comes time to take that cat to the veterinarian, we find out how entertaining their name really is. The clinic staff will giggle when they have to call Lord Tubbington or Frank Sinatra or Oreo Speedwagon to their exam.

There are several stories in the thread of cats being named before their sex was determined, but the name was kept even when it didn't match. You can always add "Mr." or "Miss" to them. Or not, if you like to confuse people.

Enjoy reading about 50 cat names and the weirdness that surrounds them at Bored Panda. You might even find inspiration for naming your next cat!

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