Maine Coon Names: 100+ Ideas for Your Gentle Giant#

Naming a Maine Coon is harder than naming a regular cat. Why? Because “Fluffy” or “Mittens” just doesn’t fit a 20lb animal that looks like a bobcat and acts like a dog.

When I named Atticus, I wanted something distinguished but slightly old-fashioned. When I named Penelope, I wanted something elegant. The name needs to grow with them. A cute name for a 3lb kitten might sound ridiculous for a 25lb beast (unless you go for the ironic route, which I love).

Here is my curated list of names specifically suited for the Maine Coon personality.

The “Size” Names (Mythology & Power)#

These suit the large males perfectly.

Thor: Needs no explanation.
Titan: For the biggest of the litter.
Moose: A classic nod to their size and New England heritage.
Bear: Because they look like one.
Goliath: For the record-breakers.
Atlas: Carrying the weight of the world (or just his own fluff).

Two Maine Coon kittens sitting next to alphabet blocks — Choosing a name that fits a future 20lb giant is a serious task.

The “New England” Roots#

Since they hail from Maine, rugged nature names fit them beautifully.

Acadia: (After the National Park).
Birch: For a white or silver cat.
Maple: Perfect for a Red Tabby.
River: For the water-obsessed cats.
Willow: Elegant and flowing.
Storm: Great for a Blue/Grey or Black Smoke.

The “Irony” Names (My Favorite)#

There is nothing funnier than a giant cat with a tiny name.

Tiny: The ultimate joke.
Peanut: Adorable for a 22lb cat.
Mouse: Confusing and cute.
Bean: Short and sweet.
Cupcake: For the toughest looking Black Maine Coon you own.

The “Old Soul” Names (Human Names)#

Maine Coons have very expressive, human-like faces.

Male: Arthur, Walter, Winston, Silas, Barnaby.
Female: Eleanor, Mabel, Hazel, Beatrice, Matilda.

Conclusion#

The best way to name them? Live with them for a week. Watch their behavior. Is he a “Tank” or a “Theodore”? Is she a “Xena” or a “Daisy”? Don’t rush it. They will be answering to it for 15 years, so make it good.

Resources & Further Reading#

Rover: Top Cat Names of the Year.
Behind the Name: Etymology and Meanings.