Some people say a name is the “decision that shapes a lifetime”…we couldn’t agree more! Our goal is to provide the best experience for expecting you to find the perfect name for your cat or Cat. With the help of the thecatnames community, we’ve created a comprehensive list of diverse, unique, and popular names from around the globe. Each one is hand-picked by our top-notch editorial staff, with careful research and contributions coming directly from our community. So whether you are looking for Irish or
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Gaia
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Gaia originates in Greek language and means "from the Earth". In Greek mythology, Gaia was the great mother of all gods, the primordial being of the Earth. Her Roman equivalent is Terra. As a feminine given name, Gaia is still popular in some European countries. In the United States it has never gained popularity.
Aeneas
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Aeneas is an ancient Greek name and means 'praise or glorify'. In Greek mythology, Aeneas is one of the heroes of Troy who escapes the Greek sacking of the city and wanders around for 7 years before settling down in Italy. Some sources suggest that he was the founder of Rome.
Nela
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The meaning of this name is unclear. Some sources suggest it might be a diminutive of Cornelia and thus originate in Latin, meaning "horn", others mention it as a short form of names ending in -nela, eg. Antonela. It is also the name of a river in Spain.
Delilah
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Delilah originates in Hebrew language and means "delicate woman". In the Bible, Delilah is a woman who betrays Samson for money. The story has been an inspiration for many artists over centuries, including John Milton and his Samson Agonistes. As a feminine given name, Delilah has been used in English-speaking countries since the 17th century.
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Gwyneth
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Gwyneth originates in Gaelic languages and means "happy woman". Some sources also suggest the meaning "blessed". As a feminine given name it has been used since the 19th century but has always been more popular in the United Kingdom than the United States. A famous bearer is the American actress Gwyneth Paltrow.
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