Just last week, Pet Insurance Australia (PIA) revealed its official list of the most popular dog names in Victoria for 2025. Now, the very same researchers have produced a similar piece of content for the cat lovers among us. Wondering what to name your fluffy friend so they fit in with the clutter (that’s the official term for a group of cats, ICYMI)? Read on.
Nationwide, the cat-naming charts are dominated by a soft, celestial and downright wholesome energy. Luna continues its national reign as Australia’s favourite female pet name, topping almost every state’s list. For male cats, Leo keeps the crown, followed closely by Milo and the ever-present Bluey – a nod to Australia’s most beloved animated series.
Here in Vic, Luna and Leo still top the female and male lists respectively, but beyond that, the state’s naming choices get significantly more eclectic. Melbourne’s cultural quirks and global influences shine through, making the Victorian list one of the most diverse in the country.
Victoria’s top female cat names in 2025
- Luna
- Daisy
- Yuki
- Abby
- Alice
- Amber
- Annie
- Bambi
- Bella
- Billy
Victoria’s top male cat names in 2025
- Leo
- Milo
- Mochi
- Louie
- Oreo
- Ace
- Archie
- Barney
- Bear
- Billy
Compared to the national list, Victoria’s choices stand out in a big way. Yuki – a nod to Melbourne’s embrace of Japanese pop culture and the broader kawaii trend – appears in Victoria’s top three for female cats, without featuring on the national list at all. Meanwhile, Bambi and Amber add a hint of vintage whimsy to the Melbourne list, both also absent from the national round-up. And then there’s Billy, which features on both the male and female lists here in Vic.
On the Tom cat naming front, food-inspired names are thriving. Mochi ranks third for male cats in Victoria, and Oreo lands solidly in the top five – whereas nationally, this space is more crowded with magic and mythology. Australia overall is leaning into names like Merlin, Loki and Zeus, reflecting the influence of fantasy fandoms and gaming culture. Victoria, on the other hand, seems more interested in giving its cats sweet-treat identities worthy of a Smith Street bakery.
The “Bluey effect” is also softer in Victoria. While Bluey sits firmly in Australia’s national top three, it barely nudges Victoria’s top ten – a reminder that Melbourne will always chart its own course.
According to PIA’s Nadia Crighton, Victoria’s list “is one of the most culturally diverse,” balancing timeless favourites like Daisy and Archie with globally inspired picks such as Yuki and Mochi. If you ask us, it’s a blend that captures exactly what makes Victorian pet parents unique: trend-conscious, but always up for a little playful individuality.
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