Cat Names That Start with S (Unique Ideas: CATegorized!)

Congratulations on bringing home a new kitten! Now, it is time to get your new furry kitty family member a great name that starts with the majestic letter S.

You have probably brainstormed many cat names that begin with S and you can’t seem to get the perfect name that fits your kitten.

With our list of cat names starting with S, you can be sure to get the right one. Some names listed below are derived from different countries and cultures, while others have been inspired by movie and cartoon characters.

Have fun going through our list and you’ll be sure to get the perfect name that blends well with your cat’s behavior, temperament and culture.

Male Cat Names That Start With S

Samson – this name draws its inspiration from the biblical character known for his great strength and muscular nature. If you have a big and muscular cat, this may be the name you’ve been looking for.

Steve – a name originated from the Greek name “Stephanos” and it means “crown”.

Seb – the short form of the name “Sebastian”, and it means “venerable”. It a perfect name choice for a loving cat, and it is often given to the butler character in movies and books.

Scout – in the military, a scout refers to a person sent to the field ahead of the main force to gather information about the enemy or their movements. It an ideal name for cats that love to explore the outdoors.

Saul – like Samson, Saul is another name draws inspiration from a biblical character. Saul was the name given to Apostle Paul who preached the gospel after spending his prior period persecuting Christians in the New Testament. This name means “prayed for”, and it could be the perfect name for the rescue cat or stray cat that you adopted.

Sherlock – an English name given to a person with closely cut hair. You can give this name to a short-haired cat or hairless cat.

Simba – a Swahili word that refers to a lion or a very brave person. It’s a perfect name for your brave cat that will not allow strangers get into the house.

Simon – a Greek name that means “obedient” or “listening”. It draws inspiration from a bible character known as Simeon, an old man that recognized Jesus as the Messiah. It’s a great name for an obedient cat that listens and respects your instructions.

Sterling – an English name that means “pure” or “of high quality”. It also draws inspiration from the English football player “Sterling Sharpe”. It a perfect name for your white cat or your favorite cat.

Female Cat Names That Start With S

Saida – the name Saida has an Arabic origin and means “lucky”, “fortunate” or “huntress”. It is usually pronounced “SAY-dah”

Sabrina – a Latin word that means “from the boundary” or “white rose”. It is mostly used in the Western European cultures and sometimes in Islamic countries. The name also draws inspiration from movies titles such as Sabrina the Teenage Witch.

Serena – another great name derived from the Latin word “Serenus” and it means “tranquil” or “peaceful”. The name is also borrowed from the name of an early saint in Italy, Saint Serena of Rome. Cat owners may also draw inspiration from the American Tennis star Serena Williams.

Savannah – a Spanish name than means “Treeless Plain”. The name may be inspired by a cat breed that is popular in the US. Savannah also refers to open grasslands that have scattered bushes that are common in tropical Africa.

Sadie – another beautiful name that you can give your kitten, and it means “princess”. Some people use the name to mean a character that is sweet and funny.

Stella – a Latin word that means “Star”. It was used by the ancient poet Sir Philip Sidney inn his poem collection title “Astrophel and Stella”. It is given to a character with a sense of humor.

Simone – the female variant of the male word “Simon” and it also means “the obedient”, or the “one who hears”. It’s is a great for your female cat that obeys your instructions.

Shakira – an Arabic female name that means “thankful” or “grateful”. It is the female variant of the male name “Shakir”. This name is inspired by the Columbian singer and songwriter Shakira whose father emigrated from Lebanon to Columbia when she was five.

Saber – a French name that means “sword”. If you have an aggressive female cat, the name “saber” fits perfectly in describing her temperament.

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Musical Cat Names That Start With S

Scriabin
Slash
Siouxsie
Sonic
Santana
Sheeran
Swift
Shirelle
Symphony
Squire
Sting

Sports Inspired Cat Names That Start With S

Sania
Satchel
Shaquille
Simpson
Starlin
Sampson
Sampras
Senna
Seles
Sixer
Swaggy
Shaq

Automotive Inspired Cat Names Starting With S

Sprocket
Spanner
Saleen
Suzuki
Santini
Shadow
Simbol
Spark
Scorpian
Shelby

Nature Inspired Cat Names That Start With S

Safari
Saffron
Sage
Sahara
Sequoia
Sierra
Silver
Sirius
Skye
Solana
Soleil
Star
Storm
Summer
Sunshine
Sycamore
Synova

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Other Cat Names Starting With S

Sage
Salem
Sammy
Sangria
Sasha
Sassy
Sable
Sabina
Sagara
Saffie
Sadie Mae
Sahira
Sahana
Saki
Sakura
Sade
Salvadora
Salva
Salvia
Samantha
Samuela
Sam
Sancia
Sandrine
Scamp
Scarlett
Scamp
Scatcat
Scoop
Scratchy
Scota
Scully
Scrooge
Scrappy
Schnapps
Scooter
Scotch
Selena
Shadow
Sherbet
Shayla
Sheba
Sheela
Shelley
Sherise
Sheriff
Sherise
Sherri
Sheryl
Shiane
Shiro
Shiraz
Shirlex
Short
Shreya
Sheridan
Sheena
Shay
Shirley
Shiko
Shiloh
Sinatra
Sinbad
Skylar
Smokey
S’mores
Snowball
Sonny
Sorbet
Sox
Sparkles
Spencer
Sphinx
Sprinkles
Spunky
Stallone
Storm
Sugar
Suki
Sultan
Sundance
Sunkist
Sunny
Sydney
Sylvester
Sylvie
Syringa
Syna
Symphony
Sykes

With our compilation of cat names that start with S, I hope you found a good name for your new kitten.