Cat Tips

Siamese Cat Names

Key Points
  • Siamese cats have a rich royal heritage and are known for their elegant appearance and distinctive personalities.
  • Choosing a name for a Siamese cat should reflect their regal lineage and unique characteristics.
  • Siamese cats have a history that dates back centuries and have influenced the development of other cat breeds.
  • Siamese cats are prone to certain health conditions, and pet insurance can provide financial assistance for unexpected veterinary expenses.

If you’ve brought a Siamese cat home, please do not that you’ve actually got a royal feline home. Also, some of you may not know but Siam is basically modern-day Thailand. And apart from what you’re thinking of, it is also quite popular for its sleek, blue-eyed cats that were once companions to the kings and queens. You may notice soon that your Siamese cat looks at you like they’re waiting for you to bow. 

Now it’s pretty understandable that you wouldn’t want a generic name for them. They need something regal, something fitting their royal heritage. We’ve got some great ones for you.

But before that, you’d want to know that this cat finds mentions in ancient manuscripts that date back to 351 to 1767 AD. There are also a lot of breeds that are derived from the Siamese. They include Balinese, Birman, Burmese, Havana Brown, Himalayan, Ragdoll, etc. You’d be shocked to know that these beautiful creatures were actually rejected by Western society and considered ugly. A journalist even called them “an unnatural, nightmare kind of cat.” (1)

Good that the world realized soon. With that, let’s get on to finding a great name for your beautiful cat. 

Names for Male Siamese Cats

  • Boon – Aren’t they one for you?

  • Rama - For your royal furball

  • Suki - Thai for “beloved”

  • Kinnara – A mythical Thai creature for your mythical-looking cat

  • Chai - Short for “cha yen,” Thailand's famous iced tea

  • Sawat – Thai for “prosperity”

  • Tuk Tuk – What’s more Thai than it?

  • Coco – Tribute to the tropical land

  • Krabi – For a cat as adventurous as the town

  • Tao – Thai for “turtle,” in case yours is a laid-back queen

  • Boba – Sweet and chewy

  • Muay – You need to see how they knock things off the table with a single flick of the paw

  • Lanna – An ancient Thai kingdom

  • Mango – As sweet and juicy as the Thai mangoes

  • Yeti – For the one with giant paws

  • Baht – If people can name their kids ‘Dollar,’ Baht is not a bad name for a cat

  • Sriracha – Both originated in Thailand

  • Tarzan – If your cat swings around the house like one

  • Ginger – Your cat doesn’t have to be orange to rock this name

  • Mekong – The famous river of Thailand 

Our personal favorite is – Sticky Rice

Names for Female Siamese Cats

Some of the names listed above for male Siamese cats may even go well for a female. Nevertheless, we’ve got some interesting names for a female Siamese as well. 

  • Lila – Purple in ‘Thai’

  • Jasmine – The national flower of Thailand

  • Tukta – Thai for “doll”

  • Kaya – “Body” in Thai, for a cat that’s known for its sleek body

  • Noodle – Long and thin, just like your cat

  • Tia – Short for Thailand, in case you want to go direct

  • Mali – ‘Flower’ in Thai

  • Siri - “Beauty” in Thai (you can test which one responds to ‘Hey Siri!’ faster) 

  • Tida – Thai for ‘angel’

  • Silk – You’ll know when you brush your hand 

  • Nim – ‘Soft’ in Thai

  • Sasi – Moonlight (in you know which language now)

  • Nara – Your source of happiness

  • Mai Tai – Cocktail lover?

  • Misty - For a cat that moves like a whisper 

  • Ying – For your ‘Girl’

  • Pim – If your feline is a delicate one

  • Butterfly – Just that instead of flowers, it’ll love hovering around you

  • Khun – A Thai title for a royal feline

We’ve tried giving you the best options for your Siamese. We can understand that it can be a tough choice now that you’ve got a bunch of great names but once you do pick, do mention us on your social media. Our writers would feel appreciated. 

More About Spot Pet Insurance


You’ve got to know about your cat, and you’ve got some really great name options. The next important thing you need to know is about your cat’s health. Siamese cats are predispositioned to certain medical conditions like progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), periocular leukonychia, pineal alopecia, mast cell tumors, gangliosidosis, etc. (2)

Some of these may be cured by medications while others may even need surgery. The cost of treatment here can put a big dent in your savings. Don’t worry though, we’ve got a solution for you. With pet health insurance, you can save up to 90% of the costs and much more. 

With a Spot accident and illness plan, you can take your cat for treatment at any licensed vet in Canada or the U.S. Spot plans don’t have networks, so whether you’re home or traveling within the U.S, veterinary services your cat receives for the diagnosis, treatment, or management of eligible services can be covered. Spot’s accident and illness plans can help cover a variety of conditions, ranging from broken bones and bite wounds to behavioral conditions, and cancer. While base plans do not offer coverage for preventive care services, Spot’s Wellness Riders can be added to any base plan for an additional fee and can help cover the eligible costs of wellness exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, and more! 

Learn more about cat insurance or get a free quote!

Sources

  1. User, G. (2023, March 3). 15 Fun Facts about Siamese Cats — Elite Veterinary care. Elite Veterinary Care. https://www.eliteveterinarycare.com/blog/15-fun-facts-about-siamese-cats

  2. Wikipedia contributors. (2024, September 12). Siamese cat. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siamese_cat

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