Norwegian Forest cats are a sight for sore eyes. With strong, sturdy bodies and long, luscious coats that helped their ancestors survive for centuries in the forests of Norway, Wegies have become one of the most popular breeds out there. What are the best Norwegian Forest cat names, though?
Whether you’re planning on getting your hands on a Wegie cutie pie or you’re already chasing the curious kitto around the apartment, you might be struggling to come up with a name worthy of a beast of her stature. Picking out the perfect name can be a tough task.
Norwegian Forest cats are calm, affectionate, and appreciative felines that attract attention everywhere they go. They adore hanging out with humans, playing with birds, bugs, and crawling creatures, and confirming the myth that they don’t usually like lying in anyone’s lap. Wegies are a mystery, right?
When naming your Norwegian Forest cat, you might want to consider a few things to ensure you’re opting for a name that represents her. Whether you play on her personality or poke fun at her appearance, that’s up to you. We’ve got your back with a few of our favorite tips and tricks.
How to pick the perfect name for your Norwegian Forest cat
Bringing home a Norwegian Forest kitten can be a super exciting time. You’re trying to figure out what you need to make your kitty happy and healthy. You’re spending all your money on food, all the gear you need, figuring out vets and insurance, and finding potential cat sitters. You’re all in.
But you can’t shake that feeling that you’re somehow making the worst mistake of your life with every name you pick. Luna? Too generic. Charlie? That reminds you of your weird neighbor. Milo? Nope, way too predictable. What are you supposed to do when your brain isn’t braining!?
When picking out a pawesome name for your Norwegian Forest cat (or any cat for that matter), consider their personality, their appearance, and how easy the name is on the tongue. What matters is that you end up with one that pays tribute to your cat.
Whether you go for something super simple and sweet or a name that makes you smile every time you utter it, it’s a given that your cat will respond to it. Norwegian Forest cats are patient, tolerant, and calm, and we’re sure your cat will adore her moniker – whatever it might be.
The most amazing Norwegian Forest cat names for your fluffy friend
We know the sheer number of names appropriate for a Norwegian Forest cat can quickly become overwhelming, but that’s why you need to consider your cat’s looks, play on your cat’s personality, or even KonMari your cat’s name when you’re struggling with too many syllables.
With this variety of Norwegian Forest cat names, you’re guaranteed to find a few favorites. Finn, Thor, or Minna – whichever name you opt for, we’re keeping our fingers crossed that your Wegie adores her nickname as much as we do. Let’s go!
Big names for a big Wegie
1. Bear
2. Buddha
3. Garfield
4. Goliath
5. Anders (big and strong)
6. Gunnar (warrior)
7. Magne (strong)
8. Hercules
9. Hulk
10. Big Mac
11. Fluffy
12. Fluffer
13. Mammoth
14. Magnus (the greatest)
15. Bjørn (bear)
16. Arild (commander)
17. Everest
18. Maximus
19. Moose
20. Mufasa
21. Thor
22. Mjölnir (Thor’s hammer)
23. Håvard (protector)
24. Tank
25. Titanic
26. Amazon
27. Ivar (archer)
28. Cheetah
29. Cleopatra
30. Diva
31. Duchess
32. Kim (chief)
33. Roy (king)
34. Reidar (fighter)
35. Terjec (Thor’s spear)
36. Sigurd (guardian)
37. Torbjørn (Thunder bear)
38. Gamora
39. Harley
40. Helga
41. Huntress
42. Medusa
43. Mystique
44. Ramona
45. Sheba
46. Sierra
47. Xena
48. Zelda
49. Øystein (rock)
50. Per (stone)
51. Alsan
52. Baloo
53. Bagheera
54. Beast
55. Alf (elf)
56. Arne (eagle)
57. Beymax
58. Bruno
59. Clifford
60. Arvid (a forest of eagles)
61. Dag (day)
62. Egil (terror)
63. Einar (alone)
64. Espen (god)
65. Cougar
66. Cujo
67. Lion
68. Dragon
69. Duke
70. Darth
Norwegian Forest cat names for your precious purrincess
71. Astrid -(beautiful, loved)
72. Bodil (penance, fight)
73. Frida (peace)
74. Freya (goddess of fertility, love, and beauty)
75. Bella
76. Callie
77. Chloe
78. Cleo
79. Daisy
80. Rose
81. Lucy
82. Lilly
83. Nala
84. Stella
85. Zoe
86. Gertrude (spear)
87. Gro (to grow)
88. Estrid (good, beautiful)
89. Hilda (fighter)
90. Gudrun (god, rune)
91. Abellona (sun goddess)
92. Aada (noble)
93. Ally
94. Amelia
95. Bubbly
96. Buffy
97. Bunny
98. Cat
99. Cassie
100. Victoria
101. Baby
102. Barbie
103. Bonnie
104. Bessie
105. Aino (only one)
106. Alma (loving one)
107. Birgit (strong, powerful)
108. Birgitta (strength)
109. Ebba (queen of riches)
110. Filippa (friend of horses)
111. Karin (pure)
112. Margareta (pearl)
113. Mia (mine)
114. Charlotte
115. Destiny
116. Faith
117. Eve
118. Fiona
119. Ivy
120. Jewel
121. Juno
122. Loki
123. Kit
124. Kitty
125. Katie
126. Lilo
127. Luna
128. Lulu
129. Lia
130. Lola
131. Maya
132. Tyra (goddess of battle)
133. Ulla (determination)
134. Wilma (protection)
135. Noora (light)
136. Annalina (graceful)
137. Carita (affection)
138. Elsa (rebellious)
139. Lena (tender)
140. Lotta (masculine)
Norwegian cat names for your pawesome purrince
141. Oliver
142. Leo
143. Milo
144. Charlie
145. Max
146. Jasper
147. Jack
148. Simba
149. Benny
150. Boots
151. Aaren (inspired)
152. Boden (messenger)
153. Alrick (noble)
154. Anker (harvester)
155. Anders (brave, strong)
156. Bori (father of the warrior)
157. Brage (the best)
158. Carson (son of the marsh dweller)
159. Dagen (day)
160. Daube (dove)
161. Bucky
162. Buster
163. Cuddles
164. Diesel
165. Dino
166. Doc
167. Oscar
168. Pinky
169. Plucky
170. Rattles
171. Eero (ruler)
172. Eilif (immortal)
173. Finn (fair)
174. Fiske (fisherman)
175. Hannes (God is gracious)
176. Havard (high guardian)
177. Kai (keeper of keys)
178. Klaus (victory)
179. Kristoffer (bearing Christ)
180. Marten (resembles war)
181. Ringo
182. Rocket
183. Ricky
184. Spirit
185. Sonny
186. Silly
187. Storm
188. Teddy
189. Tiger
190. Puma
191. Lief (heir)
192. Mathias (gift of God)
193. Mimir (he who remembers)
194. Odin (god of war)
195. Olaf
196. Otto (wealthy)
197. Raulin (wise little wolf)
198. Stellan (calm)
199. Sven (young warrior)
200. Viggo (battle)
201. Abraham
202. Armstrong
203. Ash
204. Barkey
205. Beau
206. Bubbles
207. Biff
208. Captain
209. Crunch
210. Copper
Cat names that play on your Wegie’s purrsonality
211. Von (hope)
212. Lars (crowned with laurel)
213. Ulf (wolf)
214. Rasmus (beloved)
215. Lennart (lion’s strength)
216. Stig (wanderer)
217. Ellie (old)
218. Helga (sacred)
219. Iida (industrious one)
220. Erna (earnest)
221. Queen
222. King
223. Snowflake
224. Scaredy Cat
225. Scary
226. Silly
227. Sweets
228. Sweaty
229. Beastly
230. Bubba
231. Bubbly
232. Chilli
233. Taco
234. Hurricane
235. Tornado
236. Happy
237. Naughty
238. Goofy
239. Giant
240. Mouse
241. Hulda (sweet, lovable)
242. Hlin (protector)
243. Orsola (little she-bear)
244. Tomas (twin)
245. Jörgen (farmer)
246. Isak (laughable)
247. Sander (defender of men)
248. Even (winner)
249. Felix (happy, lucky)
250. Sverre (wild)
251. Poofy
252. Wooly
253. Merino
254. Scruffy
255. Rugged
256. Muddy
257. Beauty
258. Clawdia
259. Gollum
260. Katniss
261. Pickles
262. Pepper
263. Purrty
264. Catzilla
265. Funky
266. Smelly
267. Sour
268. Kitty Purry
269. Furby
270. Snuggly
271. Cuddly
272. Cutie
273. Curious
274. Cheddar
275. Cheese
276. Zoomie
277. Bingo
278. Winky
279. Goblin
280. Dumpling
Cat names that refer to your Wegie’s appearance
281. Moa (mother)
282. Selma (God’s helmet)
283. Astri (divinely beautiful)
284. Ellinor (shining brightly)
285. Iben (ebony)
286. Tuva (beautiful)
287. Sigrid (beautiful victory)
288. Eline (a torch of light)
289. Pelle (stone)
290. Lulla (female warrior)
291. Marshmallow
292. Mittens
293. Goldilocks
294. Cinderella
295. Ariel
296. Belle
297. Aurora
298. Hagrid
299. Shaggy
300. Sparrow
301. Loaf
302. Chunky
303. Monkey
304. Chubby
305. Giant
306. Cottonball
307. Cottie
308. Rambo
309. Zorro
310. Snowball
311. Paws
312. Tubby
313. Amber
314. Orange
315. Cheese Puff
316. Dorito
317. Taki
318. Churro
319. Nugget
320. Silky
321. Slippery
322. Flannel
323. Feathers
324. Fluffmaster
325. Whiskers
326. Smokey
327. Batman
328. Superman
329. Spiderman
330. Ruffly
331. Linty
332. Velvety
333. Nimbus
334. Runa (mysterious)
335. Albin (white, bright)
336. Edwin (wealthy)
337. Rut (companion)
338. Ines (chaste)
339. Merle (blackbird, bright sea)
340. Andreas (man)
341. Hallie (hero)
342. Livia (life)
343. Ilmari (air)
344. Eino (one)
345. Antero (strong, manly)
346. Oiva (splendid)
347. Otso (bear)
348. Aada (noble)
349. Aava (open)
350. Hilla (cloudberry)
351. Lumi (light)
352. Orvokki (pansy flower)
353. Wookiee
354. Chewbacca
355. Paddington
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