So You’ve Got a Colorpoint Shorthair? Congrats on Adopting a Furry Diva.
Let me guess: your Colorpoint Shorthair has already claimed the best seat in the house, talks back with sass, and stares at you like you work for them (because… you do).
With those electric blue eyes and that elegant Siamese swagger, this cat breed is pure drama—and we love them for it.
Now all you need is a name that can keep up with their bold personality, unique colorpoints, and tendency to narrate their life out loud like it’s a soap opera.
Whether you’re after something classic, hilarious, or pop culture gold, I’ve got you covered.
Colorpoint Shorthair Cat Breed Snapshot
| Trait | Details |
| Origin | 1940s–1950s, USA & UK; breeders wanted a Siamese with new color points |
| TICA Classification | Recognized under Siamese variants |
| CFA Classification | Separate breed from Siamese (Colorpoint Shorthair) |
| Breed Group | Oriental/Hybrid |
| Nickname(s) | “The Talk Show Host,” “Drama Fur-Queen,” “Siamese 2.0” |
| Personality | Vocal, affectionate, intelligent, needy (and proud of it) |
| Best For | People who love chatty cats and don’t mind a little sass |
Why the Name “Colorpoint Shorthair”?
Because “Glamorous Siamese Remix” was apparently too long.
The name “Colorpoint Shorthair” breaks down like this:
– Colorpoint: Refers to the distinct darker coloration on the ears, face, paws, and tail. Think of it like feline contouring.
– Shorthair: Because these beauties don’t need long locks to turn heads.
The breed was developed by crossing Siamese cats with American Shorthairs, Abyssinians, and even red tabbies to create the full rainbow of point colors.
So yes, they’re basically the result of a very stylish genetic potluck.
200+ Colorpoint Shorthair Cat Names to Match the Drama
Gender-Based Names
Male Names
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Oliver | Peaceful (also, very cat classic) | Jasper | Bringer of treasure |
| Milo | Gentle soldier (or coffee cat) | Loki | Norse trickster god |
| Atlas | Carries the world—drama much? | Zephyr | Gentle wind |
| Ziggy | Rock ‘n’ roll tribute | Cosmo | Universe vibes |
| Dante | Bold, literary edge | Asher | Happy or blessed |
| Mochi | Sweet and squishy | Miso | For the foodie cat |
| Cairo | Exotic and mysterious | Sirius | Brightest star in the night sky |
| Hugo | Heart, mind, spirit | Nero | Black (for contrasty coats) |
| Apollo | God of light and truth | Felix | Happy and lucky |
| Bandit | He will steal your seat | Indigo | Blue-violet tone, artsy vibe |
Female Names
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Luna | Moon (and witchy vibes) | Freya | Norse goddess of love |
| Cleo | Short for Cleopatra, obvi | Trixie | Mischief alert |
| Saffron | Exotic and golden spice | Daphne | Greek nymph name |
| Iris | Rainbow goddess vibes | Skye | Light and airy |
| Nyx | Greek goddess of night | Juniper | Quirky and fresh |
| Willow | Graceful and bendy | Ember | Smoldering name for a fiery cat |
| Bijou | French for jewel | Echo | Mysterious and vocal |
| Nala | Lioness royalty | Maple | Sweet and autumnal |
| Zelda | Legendary and bold | Nova | Star that explodes (like her moods) |
| Coco | Chic and timeless | Kiki | For the cat with witch energy |
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Thematic Names
Color-Based
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Ash | For grey or smoky coats | Garnet | Deep red gem |
| Sienna | Reddish-brown clay | Lilac | For that rare point color |
| Mocha | Chocolate-coffee cutie | Cocoa | Sweet brown delight |
| Blue | Obvious but cool | Snowy | For light-colored coats |
| Onyx | Sleek and mysterious | Sterling | Fancy silver name |
| Ivory | Pale and elegant | Rose | Soft pink love |
| Rusty | Orangey tone, vintage vibes | Cinder | Dark and fiery |
| Pearl | Shimmery and refined | Honey | Sweet and warm |
| Slate | For cool gray-pointed cats | Blaze | Fiery little troublemaker |
| Goldie | Golden-glow energy | Frost | Cool name for a cool cat |
Personality-Based Names
For the Smart, Sassy, and Extra
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Diva | She knows she’s the star | Queenie | Royal in her mind |
| Sherlock | Always snooping | Rascal | Troublemaker with charm |
| Sassafras | Sassy AF | Boss | In charge, always |
| Drama | Just… appropriate | Snark | For the sarcastic cat |
| Chatty | She never stops talking | Witty | Clever and smug |
| Noodle | Wiggly and chaotic | Tango | Always dramatic in movement |
| Whiskers | Classic, but with attitude | Karma | What goes around comes around |
| Rocket | Always zipping around | Pickles | Sweet but spicy |
| Zen | Ironically named, of course | Buttons | Small, cute, deadly |
| Mischief | Lives up to the name | Bubbles | Bouncy personality |
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Popular Names in History
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Cleopatra | Iconic queen | Marie | As in Curie, science queen |
| Tesla | Genius with shocking personality | Coco | Chanel, duh |
| Mozart | Musical genius | Amelia | As in Earhart, explorer energy |
| Bowie | For the glam rock cat | Picasso | For the artistic furball |
| Churchill | Strong and stubborn | Lincoln | Tall, honest, and noble |
| Frida | Artsy feminist icon | Tesla | (Yes, I really like Tesla) |
| Newton | Always falling off things | Ada | Lovelace, coding pioneer |
| Darwin | Always evolving… drama | Einstein | The messy genius |
| Joan | Of Arc, or of Sass | Grace | Hopper, tech legend |
| Tesla | Again, because he deserves it | Julius | Caesar (of cat treats) |
Pop Culture Icons
| Name | Meaning/Origin | Name | Meaning/Origin |
| Yzma | From Emperor’s New Groove | Wednesday | Addams family vibes |
| Arya | Game of Thrones stealth mode | Morticia | Gothic goddess |
| Loki | Marvel mischief god | Jiji | Kiki’s Delivery Service cat |
| Neo | The Matrix chosen one | Binx | From Hocus Pocus |
| Katniss | Pun intended, from Hunger Games | Gollum | Weirdly accurate, right? |
| Luna | Sailor Moon cat and goddess | Salem | Sabrina’s sarcastic cat |
| Garfield | Hates Mondays, loves lasagna | Stitch | Chaotic but adorable |
| Elsa | Ice queen realness | Dobby | Loyal and dramatic |
| Scooby | Goofy and loyal | Ahsoka | Fierce and loyal |
| Mando | This is the way | Puss | In boots, obviously |
FAQs
What is a good name for a Colorpoint Shorthair cat?
Anything with flair! Think names that match their chatty, curious, and dramatic nature—like Diva, Zephyr, or Cleo.
Are Colorpoint Shorthair cats rare?
They’re not super common. They’re a specialized breed recognized by CFA but not always by other registries, making them a niche treasure.
What makes Colorpoint Shorthair cats unique?
They’re basically the extroverts of the cat world: smart, social, emotional, and oh-so-sassy. Also: 16+ colorpoint variations? Iconic.
Can I name my cat after its color point?
Absolutely! Lilac, Mocha, Flame, and Frost are all chic, thematic choices.
Do Colorpoint Shorthairs have blue eyes like Siamese cats?
Yep. Those ice-blue eyes are standard—and they know how to use them to guilt you into extra snacks.
Final Meow
Your Colorpoint Shorthair isn’t just a cat—they’re a full-blown personality in a fur coat.
Whether you go witty, historical, or straight-up ridiculous, just make sure their name lives up to their dramatic legacy.
And remember: whatever you pick, they’ll ignore it anyway.
Want a custom name based on your cat’s chaos level and colorpoint? Drop their pic and I’ll help you name your fuzzy overlord.
