Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 05, 2024

Cat

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Origin: Greek

Meaning: Pure

From household pets to jungle royalty, cats have been adored and even regarded as sacred since ancient times, making Cat a fabulous feline moniker for baby. This feminine name is a nickname for Catherine and its variants, deriving the meaning "pure" from the ancient Greek katharos. On its own, Cat celebrates your little kitten's agility and intelligence and reassures them that they'll always land on their feet.

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