Click to Skip Ahead Most Popular Names Female Male Other Tips on Naming Your Cat While naming your cat is often a fun experience, sometimes it can be challenging. There are thousands of names out there that might suit your feline friend, and picking the right one isn’t always easy. One of the best ways to narrow your options and choose the purrfect name for your cat is by going the alphabetic route. Some of the most popular cat names nowadays start with the letter “L”. The names can be fitting for either male and female cats or both! Let’s take a look at the most popular names for cats starting with “L” along with some other great choices. The Top Trending and Popular L Names for Cats 1. Luffy Image Credit: David Tadevosian, Shutterstock This name was not inspired by television, celebrities, movies, or books. However, it has proven to be a popular one, showing an 89% increase in popularity. These names can work for either a male or female cat. 2. Lady Sansa All hail the Queen of the North! Game of Thrones has inspired dozens of pet names, particularly from the Stark family. Lady Sansa is up by 43% in trending popularity. The name also became popular because of the recent separation between Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas. 3. Lavender Image Credit: McLey, Shutterstock Swifties definitely make themselves known! Taylor’s music has opened up a whole new world of cat names—and her being a cat lover certainly helps. Lavender saw a 27% increase in popularity as a cat name. 4. Lisa When the Sex and the City reboot hit our screens, who knew that people would love the character Lisa so much that it inspired plenty of cat owners to select this name? There has been a 46% increase in using this name over the past year. 5. Luke Image Credit: Esin Deniz, Shutterstock While many people have named their cat Yoda, Luke is more popular, seeing a 17% increase in use over the year. How many cat dads have looked the feline in the eye and said, “Luke, I am your father.”? 6. Logan Another television show that led to several cat names is Succession. Logan is trending with a 24% increase in popularity. Hopefully, these people have a better family dynamic than the Roy clan! 7. Lasso Image Credit: Anna Krivitskaya, Shutterstock The next TV show that gives people cat-name ideas is Ted Lasso. Naming a cat Lasso saw a 118% increase in popularity. While the character Lasso was male, this could work for a female cat as well. 8. Leslie If you like the show Ted Lasso but don’t want to use Lasso as a name for your female cat, try Leslie. This is another trending name connected to the show, with a 32% increase in popularity. 9. Leslie Knope Image Credit: nietbrucewillis, Shutterstock While some people got inspiration from Ted Lasso as to why they named their cat Leslie, others selected characters from Parks & Recreation. The ever-optomistic and workaholic Leslie Knope charmed so many viewers that the full name saw a 93% upward trend in popularity. 10. London Destination weddings? Nah. Destination cat names? Yes, please! England’s capital, London, is a popular destination name for either a male or female cat. With a 20% popularity increase, London is on everyone’s lips! 11. Lambeau Image Credit: Hadrian, Shutterstock Shows and movies are not the only things that inspire cat names. Athletes do as well! The late professional football player and coach Lambeau is a popular choice, with a 213% trend in use this year. 12. Lamar Some people are football fans but don’t like the name Lambeau. Instead, they chose Lamar, who is a football player for the Baltimore Ravens. You like the name Lamar but are more of a basketball fan. Lamar still works, thanks to the well-known athlete Lamar Odom. Because of the name’s versatility, its trending popularity saw a 193% increase this year. 13. Lillibet Image Credit: Mazur Travel, Shutterstock Many people look at royal families for name inspiration, which is why the name of the youngest grandchild of King Charles, Lillibet, has seen an 83% increase in popularity. 14. Luigi With all the video game characters out there, it is no surprise that people are naming their cats after their favorite ones. Luigi, the other Italian plumber in the brother duo, is growing in popularity among cat owners, showing a 37% increase in trending names. 15. Link Image Credit: Paiboon Somnuk, Shutterstock Another video game that has led to many cat names over the past year is Link. This main character in the Legend of Zelda series is becoming a a popular cat name choice, showing a 13% increase in popularity. Female Cat Names Starting With L Female cats are finicky yet regal, and the following names might be a good fit for them. Lacy Lady Lana Larissa Laura Laurel Lauren Lavina Layla Laylani Leah Leila Lena Leona Leonora Libby Lilac Lilah Lillian Lillith Lily Linda Linnea Livvie Lobby Lois Lola Lorelei Lorette Lorraine Lottie Lotus Lousia Lucia Lucille Lucinda Lucy Lucy Lu Lulu Luna Lunabelle Lydia Lyra Image Credit: TarasBeletskiy, Shutterstock Male Cat Names Starting with L Male cats are playful and goofy, so help them stand out with these masculine-sounding names. Lagos Lambert Lamont Lance Landon Lane Lavon Lawrence Layton Lazarus Lazor Lenner Lennie Lennon Leo Leonardo Leroy Lester Levi Lewis Lexus Liam Linus Linx Lion Lionel Lisandro Loki London Lorenzo Louie Lucas Lucca Lucien Lucifer Ludwig Lukas Lumi Luther Image Credit: Sviatoslav_Shevchenko, Shutterstock Other Great Names That Start With L If you prefer to go the gender-neutral route of naming your feline, here are some great names for both male and female cats. Ladybug Lake Lambchop Latte Legend Lego Lemonade Lentil Leopard Leslie Licorice Lil Mac Lilo Litterbox Little paws Littlebear Lively Locket Logic Lollipop Loony Lottery Love Lovebug Lucky Lullaby Lunchbox Luxe Luxury Lyric Tips on Naming Your Cat Naming your cat doesn’t need to be a rushed process. The name you choose for your cat should be easy for you to pronounce and for your cat to understand. Take time to gauge your cat’s personality before naming them and pay attention to how they behave. If your cat is vocal and enjoys meowing to get your attention, names like Lyric or Lullaby might be suitable. If your cat is active and playful, then a name like Lively is a good choice. You can also choose names based on your cat’s appearance, such as Littlebear, Lavender, or Licorice. If you prefer to go the humorous route, then names like Litterbox, Lunchbox, and Lil Mac are comical choices. Conclusion There are so many names for cats starting with the letter “L”. It is entirely up to you to choose a name for your cat, although the process does take some time and planning. You can even mix and match certain “L” names to create the right name for your cat and base them on your cat’s personality or appearance. Cats usually aren’t too fussy about their name, so find one that resonates with you. 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