100 Korean pet names for cats (or dogs!)

Has a new adorable cat just entered your life? Do you love Korean culture? Why not choose one of the many Korean pet names!

From cultural names all the way through to the very unique names for inspired by Korea (and a bit of K-Pop!) we have put together an extensive list to help you pick out the perfect new addition.

We think a Korean-inspired pet name would be just perfect for a Siamese cat!

Take a look at our list of Korean cat names below (and be sure to let us know which you choose!)

100 Korean pet names for cats (or dogs!)

Korean Pet names for cats inspired by the country

Did your love of Korean culture come from visiting South Korea? How about naming your pet after your favourite place?

• Korea
• Seoul
• Busan
• Jeju-do
• Jeju-si
• Daegu
• Andong
• Mokpo
• Ulsan
• Pocheon
• Hanok (After Bukchon Hanok Village)
• Nami (Nami Island)
• Suwon

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K-Pop Cat Names

Fan of K-Pop? What better way to show your love than naming your pet after a famous K-Pop star

Female K-pop names

• Ailee
• Amber Lui
• Arin
• Anda
• Byul
• Cao Lu
• Chungha
• Dana
• Dia
• Esna
• Fei
• Hani
• Hyuna
• Ivy
• Jisoo
• Jia
• Joo
• Joy
• Kahi
• Lexi Lui
• Luri
• Mijoo
• Minzy
• Mint
• Onda
• Raina
• Solar
• Somin
• Sori
• Vivi
• Zia

Male K-Pop Names for cats or dogs

• Ajoo
• Alexander Lee
• B-Bomb
• Baro
• Bambam
• Boi B
• Cream
• Crush
• Daesung
• Eru
• Gaeko
• Gilme
• Hangzoo
• Hanhae
• Hui
• Jero
• Jimin
• Jun Jin
• Kao
• Kanto
• Kasper
• Lu Han
• Nakjoon
• Psy
• Rain
• Ravi
• Ren
• Rowoon
• Sanchez
• Taebin
• Winwin
• Yunho
• Zico

Korean pet names inspired by food

• Bibimbap
• Kimchi
• Japchae
• Soondubu
• Gim
• Makkoli
• Mandu (dumpling)
• Soju (here are some more liquor inspired cat names)

Beautiful Korean names for cats inspired by the language

• Soo (noble, kind, and charitable)
• Jae-Hee (shining)
• Mishil (a beautiful kingdom)
• Sung (successor)
• Dasom (love)
• Haneul (heavenly)
• Jung (righteous)
• Min-Ho (heroic and brave)
• Hwan (bright)
• Yong (brave)
• In-Su (preserving wisdom)
• Dae (greatness)
• Ye-Jin (valuable and precious)
• Areum (beauty)
• Mi Sun (goodness)
• Su-Won (to defend or protect)
• Mi-Hi (beautiful and joyful)
• Gaeul (autumn)
• Bomi (springtime)
• So-Hui (splendid)
• Choon-Hee (born in spring)
• Bo-mi (pretty)
• Goo (to complete someone)
• Daeshim (the greatest mind)
• Hyuk (radiant)
• Mee (beautiful)
• Maeum (heart)
• Hana (one)
• Jakda (little)
• Saja (Lion) – Look here for Tiger names for cats
• Yeppeun (pretty)

How to say cat in Korean

The Korean word for Cat is Goyang-i and if you would like to say kitten it would be Saekki Goyangi.

Tips for helping your cat learn their name

Cats are very intelligent animals but it can take time for them to learn their name, so it is important to be patient. During the naming period be sure to only use their chosen name positively and during positive experiences such as petting and receiving treats.

Say their name gently and softly. Avoid high pitched voices, aggressive tones or shouting. A negative experience with their name could lead to them associating their name with a bad experience.

We often end up having various names for our cats. They can get shortened or over time, as we learn their personalities more, nicknames will form. However, it is important during the learning period only their full name is used (for example, if the cat is called Baymax only call them this while learning, do not interchange between Baymax, Bay, Max, etc) this will help prevent confusion.

Each time your cat responds to their name reward them! This can be with either a tasty treat or their favourite toy.

Ideally, you will not want to let your cat outside until you are confident they will respond to their name. However, to ease any concerns you may also want to look into getting your cat a GPS Cat Tracker Collar.

If you choose one of these Korean pet names please be sure to let us know!