100+ Candy Cat Names for Your New Sweetie

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You know that your new cat is the sweetest thing and has definitely melted your heart-so why not consider some candy cat names in your search for the perfect moniker?

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From chocolate bar names to retro candies to bubble gums, we’ve got a sweet collection of names. There’s no candy-coating it: you’ve got to take your time and find a name that’s just the right fit for your little honey. See if any of these names might bring a smile to your face every time you call your new cat or kitten!

Candy Cat

Did you know there’s a cartoon character named Candy Cat? She’s a friend of Peppa Pig and is an orange cat.

Chocolate Names for Cats

These chocolate candy bar names are a sweet choice for any cat but especially for mocha-toned kitties!

Baby Ruth: This nougat, caramel, peanuts, and chocolate candy would be a fun name for a female kitten.

Buckeye: A fudge and a peanut butter confection that is the official state candy of Ohio.

Butterfinger: A crisp peanut butter center coated with chocolate; first introduced in 1923.

Caramello: A chocolate bar filled with luscious caramel.

Cellas: A chocolate-covered cherry candy.

Chocorock: A candy that combines the delightful crunch of chocolate with a pop of flavor.

Clark: A chocolate candy bar that has stood the test of time with a center of peanut butter and spun taffy.

Curly Wurly: A chewy caramel treat covered in chocolate.

Dove: This smooth bar is offered in two options, milk chocolate and dark chocolate.

Ferrero: This Italian company is best known for its Ferrero Rocher, made of a hazelnut and milk chocolate.

Fry: The makers of the oldest candy bar in the world, Fry’s Chocolate Cream.

Ghiradelli: The third-oldest chocolate company in America.

Godiva: A Belgian-based chocolate maker.

Goo Goo: Goo Goo Clusters have been a Nashville staple since 1912.

Goober: Goobers are chocolate covered peanuts.

Hershey: Perhaps the king of candy companies, Hershey has made the world a little sweeter since opening in 1894. (Hershey was also the name of our Newfoundland-Springer Spaniel mix many years ago!)

Junior Mint: A fun name for a kitten!

Kisses: HERSHEY’S KISSES have been a tiny favorite since 1921; another fun name for a small cat!

Kit Kat: This wafer chocolate has long been a favorite of mine-so we named a black and white cat who we adopted after he came up to our house Kit Kat many years ago.

Krackel: Introduced in 1938, this bar layers milk chocolate over crispy rice.

M&M: The candy that “melts in your mouth, not in your hand” makes a good name for the cat who melts your heart.

Mallo: The chocolate covered marshmallow treat would be a fun name for a brown and white cat.

Mr. Goodbar: A fun name for an older cat.

Oh Henry!: Adopting an older tomcat? You might want to call him after this caramel, fudge and peanut concoction, which (according to the candy’s legend) may have gotten its name from a young boy who loved to flirt with the girls whenever he visited the creator’s candy shop.

Raisinet: A chocolate candy with a raisin center.

Reese: Name your new cat for Reese’s, the chocolate with the peanut butter center, or for the Welsh name that means enthusiasm.

Rolo: These small candies with the smooth caramel center might inspire you for a name for your small cat.

Snickers: This candy inspired the name of my second cat, a dear tortoiseshell whose coloring reminded me of the chocolate and caramel candy!

Toblerone: A chocolate made by a Swiss company.

Nougat Candy

Big Hunk: A nougat-based candy bar filled with peanuts.

Nougat: A confection made from sugar or honey and egg white, this name would be a fun choice fora sweet kitten.

Payday: This peanut and nougat bar makes a fun name for a ginger cat.

Jelly Candies, Taffy and Fruit Flavored Confections

Abba-Zaba: A timeless taffy treat with a peanut butter center.

Bananarama: For the kitten you’ve gone bananas over!

BB Bat: Take a trip down memory lane with BB Bat, a taffy candy on a stick.

Bonomo: A Turkish Taffy candy that has been enchanting candy lovers for generations.

Chuckles: A jelly candy that adds a splash of color to your day.

DOTS: Colorful bite-sized candies.

Goldbears: The HARIBO brand of gummy bears.

Gummy Bear: Fruit gum candies; can also be spelled Gummi or, in German, Gummibär. (Gummy Bear was the shelter name of our dear cat Ochi!)

Haribo: The German manufacturer of the most famous gummy bears.

Heath: HEATH Toffee Bars have been a favorite since 1928.

Jelly Baby — Popular with British candy lovers since the 1800s, these tiny tot-shaped sweets are known by sci-fi fans as the fourth Doctor’s favorite treat on Doctor Who.

Jelly Bean: A fun name for a small cat who is super sweet!

Jelly Belly: A brand that makes jelly beans.

Laffy Taffy: For the cat who makes you laugh!

Now & Later: This would be a fun name for twin cats!

Skittles: These little candies could inspire the name Skittle or Skittles.

Starburst: For the cat with boundless bursts of energy.

Tootsie: Inspired by Tootsie Roll and Tootsie Pop.

Twix: This twin stick candy would be a good name for a cat born as a twin.

Twizzler: For the cat who is all about fun!

Seasonal Candy Favorites

Whether you have a favorite time of year you’d like to celebrate every time you call your cat’s name-or you adopted your cat during a particular season, these holiday candies are all fun kitten name choices.

Cadbury: This world-renowned chocolate is popular year around but especially during the Easter season.

Candy Cane: A symbol of the holiday spirit, Candy Cane would be a fun name for a striped cat.

Candy Corn: This tri-colored candy that marks the arrival of autumn and the Halloween season would make a fun name for a calico or tortoiseshell.

Cotton Candy: Cotton candy is synonymous with amusement parks and summer fun, a choice for a cat who works its way into your heart during the summer months.

Peeps: This marshmallow confection in the shapes of rabbits and chicks is especially popular at Easter. A fun name for the kitten you adopt in the spring.

Inspiration from Gum Names

Abra Cabubble: A cherry candy filled with bubble gum.

Bazooka: Bubble gum introduced soon after World War II with a red, white, and blue wrapper.

Beechies: Pocket-sized chewing gum; a fun name for a little cat.

Beeman: Savor the unique flavor of Beeman, a historic chewing gum that has delighted generations with its distinctive taste.

Black Jack: Roll the dice on flavor with Black Jack, a licorice-flavored chewing gum.

Bubble Yum: The first soft bubble gum was introduced in the early 1970s and marketed by its animated mascot Floyd D. Duck.

Bubblicious: Another soft bubble gum first sold in 1977, Bubblicious would be a funny, whimsical name for your purring pet.

Chiclets: Tiny candy-coated pieces of gum named for chicle, the original gum base that has been the foundation for countless chewing gums.

Dubble Bubble: This historic bubble gum was introduced in 1928 by the Fleer Chewing Gum Company and it taught the world to blow bubbles.

Gold Mine: Gum-or “nuggets”-sold in a resealable burlap bag.

Hubba Bubba: A good choice for a cat name if you love bubble gum!

Razzles: This candy that becomes a gum is a fun name for the cat who started out perhaps as a feral cat but has transformed into a housecat.

Jawbreakers

Big Bol: A jawbreaker candy with layers of vibrant colors.

Gobstopper: The British term for jawbreakers.

Jawbreaker: The American term for the round, hard candy called gobstoppers by the British.

Retro Candy

Astro Pops: First launched during the space race of the 1960s, this rocket-shaped pop continues to be a favorite.

Barley Pop: This classic lollipop-type candy has been around over 75 years.

BB Bat: Take a trip down memory lane with BB Bat, a delightful taffy candy on a stick.

Chupa Chup: These lollipops with a bubble gum center began in 1958 in Spain and spread world-wide.

Jujube: A firm, chewy candy invented in 1920, this name is a fun choice for an older cat who might seem a little grumpy on the outside but is a sweetie when you get to know them.

Spicy Candies

Atomic Fire Ball: A bold and spicy candy.

Big Red: A fiery chewing gum.

Cinnamon Bear: A spicy and adorable candy that brings a festive touch to the holiday season.

Red Hot: Red Hots candy are a good name for the sassy cat!

Other Candies

Bit-O-Honey: Enjoy a little sweetness with Bit-O-Honey, a chewy candy that combines honey and almond for a delightful treat.

Bon Bons: Delight in the elegance of Bon Bons made by Eiffel.

Brach: Satisfy your sweet tooth with Brach, a confectionery brand known for its delectable assortment of candies.

Butterscotch: Delight in the comforting sweetness of Butterscotch, a classic candy that brings warm memories with each velvety bite.

Caramel: Succumb to the rich, buttery indulgence of Caramel, a timeless confection that satisfies your cravings for sweetness.

Jolly Rancher: A hard candy with a shiny exterior, sold in a variety of flavors.

Life Saver: For the cat who is YOUR life saver!

Lollipop: Hard candies on a stick and a fun name for a sweet cat.

Lolly: The diminutive version of the word lollipop.

Peppermint: A fun name for an orange and white cat.

Pez: This tiny candy’s name is derived from the German word for peppermint.

Pixy Stix: For the small cat with a sweet and sour disposition.

Sweetart: Inspired by the SweeTARTS candy, a name for a cat with sweet and sour personality traits.

Cat Names that Mean Sweet

Asal (Persian): Means “honey.”

Choco: A playful and cute name reminiscent of chocolate.

Dulce (Spanish): Directly translates to “sweet.”

Esti (Basque): Means “sweet” or “honey.”

Glykeria (Greek): Derived from the Greek word “glykys,” meaning “sweet.”

Ladoo (Hindi): Named after a sweet Indian delicacy. Not a traditional name but could be used as a term of endearment or nickname.

Madhur (Sanskrit): Boy’s name that means “sweet.”

Madhura (Sanskrit): Means “sweet.”

Meesha (Hebrew): Means “sweetness.”

Melina (Greek): Derived from the Greek word “meli,” which means “honey.”

Melissa (Greek): Means “honeybee.”

Miel (French): Means “honey.”

Mielle (French-inspired): A fancier variation of “Miel.”

Meliton (Spanish): Boy’s name derived from Greek meaning “honey.”

Mithra (Persian): Associated with an ancient sun god, but “Mithra” is also related to “Mihr,” meaning “love” and “affection,” which can imply sweetness.

Pamela: Coined in the 16th century; it possibly means “all sweetness” in Greek.

Shirin (Persian): Means “sweet” or “pleasant.”

Sukari (Swahili) – Means “sugar.”

Zise (Yiddish): Means “sweet.”