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Exotic shorthair names: names for a teddy-bear cat
Exotic shorthairs are a short-coated version of the Persian, with the same round face and calm temperament but an easy-care coat. Calm, sweet and food names suit them.
40 exotic shorthair names with meanings
- Olivethe olive tree, a symbol of peace
- Graciefrom Grace
- LunaLatin for "moon"
- Lazy Susanfor champion nappers
- Cocoachocolate powder
- Snugglesloves cuddles
- HachiJapanese "eight"; the loyal Akita Hachiko
- LuciaSaint Lucia, Sweden's festival of light on 13 December
- Marshmallowsoft white treat
- NoelFrench "Christmas", from Latin natalis, "birth"
- ZitiItalian pasta
- Cupcakesweet treat
- Velvetsoft fabric
- Mosssoft green plant
- Buttersoft and golden
- Sugarsweet and white
- Mistysoft grey mist
- Kiwithe fruit and the New Zealand bird
- CamilleFrench name
- Ghostpale and quiet; Jon Snow's direwolf
- Puddingsoft and sweet
- SushiJapanese dish
- Sugarplum"visions of sugarplums" in "The Night Before Christmas"
- Rumithe Persian poet
- Pinethe Christmas tree
- DolceItalian "sweet"
- Clarencethe angel in "It's a Wonderful Life"
- KringleKris Kringle; also a Danish pastry
- CallumScottish Gaelic "dove"
- PalomaSpanish "dove"
- Willowthe graceful tree
- CroissantFrench pastry
- WinstonEnglish "joy stone"
- MochiJapanese rice cake
- Sprinklescolourful topping
- Zencalm and peaceful
- Eggnogthe festive milk drink
- Meatballround and loved
- Dreamerloves naps
- NicholasSaint Nicholas, the original Santa
Tips for choosing
- Teddy-bear names: Teddy, Bao, Dumpling.
- Calm picks: Mochi, Pudding, Sage.
- Pick a name with one or two syllables — dogs and cats pick those up fastest.
- Avoid names that sound like commands ("Kit" vs "sit", "Bo" vs "no").
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FAQ
What is a good exotic shorthair name?
Popular picks from this list include Olive, Gracie, Luna, Lazy Susan, Cocoa. The best name is short, easy to call and doesn't sound like a command.
How do I teach my pet its new name?
Say the name in a happy voice and reward with a treat or praise the moment your pet looks at you. Short sessions a few times a day work best; most pets respond within one to two weeks.