![]() ![]() While the original Jock passed away in 1975, the Churchill family honored the larger-than-life public figure’s fondness for his feline friend with a request that there always be a ‘Jock’- an orange cat with a white chest and paws- residing at the home. A ginger cat dubbed Jock was Churchill’s constant companion during the final two years of his life, and remained at Chartwell after his beloved pet parent’s death. ![]() Thanks to a cat who was given to the late British Prime Minister as a present for his 88th birthday in 1962, a series of rescue kittens have been given the gift of a bright future. Jock - Winston Churchill enjoyed the company of cats throughout his life, and a meowing menagerie made themselves at home at Chartwell (the Churchill family residence) over the years. (A fun fact: cartoonist Bill Watterson was once a pet parent of a grey tabby named Sprite, who was the inspiration for the character of Hobbes.) Hobbes - A six-year-old boy’s stuffed tiger toy sidekick from the popular comic strip Calvin and Hobbes. Heathcliff - Cartoonist George Gately’s comic strip cat has made fans of felines smile since 1973. Goose - A rescue cat named Reggie stepped into the role of a Flerken in the 2019 hit Captain Marvel. Garfield also has to rank as one of the top orange cat names! Garfield - Tickling funny bones ever since the Garfield comic strip made its debut in newspapers in 1978, this curmudgeonly kitty is so beloved in Grant County, Indiana (which includes the Fairmount hometown of creator Jim Davis) that the area offers fans a Garfield Trail featuring 11 statues of the lasagna-loving orange tabby. Famous Ginger Cat Namesīuttercup - Fans of author Suzanne Collins YA novels were perplexed when a tuxedo cat was chosen to portray Primrose’s purring pal in The Hunger Games, but by the second film in the franchise the character was restored to his rightful ginger color.Ĭhester Cheetah - A name for the “dangerously cheesy” cat, Chester Cheetah is an animated cheetah and the mascot of Cheetos.Ĭrookshanks - In the Harry Potter movie franchise Hermione’s half-Kneazle Crookshanks was portrayed by two red Persians - a male named Crackerjack and a female called Pumpkin.ĭanny - Actor Scott Bakula gave voice to an orange tabby with stars in his eyes in the 1997 animated musical Cats Don’t Dance. The name Zinnia has appeared in books by children’s authors Roald Dahl and Sharon Creech. Zinnia - This cheerful bloom represents a virtual bouquet of meanings which range from a reminder of pleasant memories to eternal love. Sweet Potato - If you are a feline-loving foodie, you might want to name your cat after this root vegetable, which symbolizes peace and harmony. Sunrise, Sunset - Possible names for the cat who is the sunshine of your life! Satsuma - A name for a foodie’s feline family member. Oriole - A good name for the kitty companion of either a birder or a baseball buff. Orchid - Did you know that the orange orchid represents enthusiasm? Pumpkin - Not only a symbol of Halloween, the pumpkin also represents prosperity and growth! Penny - How about a money-themed moniker for a cat whose love is priceless? One of the most popular orange cat names. Mango - This yellow/orange fruit represents happiness. Marigold - Considering flower cat names? This botanical beauty symbolizes positive energy! Mandarin - Did you know that the mandarin orange is a symbol of good fortune? Kumquat - This fruit-bearing plant is a symbol of prosperity and good luck! ![]() Koi - Koi fish represent strength of character. ![]() Goldfish - Did you know that the goldfish represents good fortune? Famous Ginger Male Name from Literature, TV, Movies and MoreĪutumn - The season of changing leaves and pumpkin spice.īasketball - This name will be a real slam dunk for a cat who loves to watch sports with their pet parent.Ĭantaloupe - A name for the feline friend of a foodie.Ĭarrot - Just like vegetables are good for your physical health, having a four-legged friend is good for your mental health! Did you know that the carrot symbolizes prosperity and abundance?Ĭheddar - Are you a feline-loving turophile? Then you might want to name your cat after the second most popular cheese in the United States.Ĭheeto - A name for the cat of a snack lover.Ĭlementine - One of several citrus-themed monikers, this sweet name means “gentle and merciful.”Ĭlockwork - As in Stanley Kubrick’s cult classic A Clockwork Orange.Ĭopper - Although not considered a precious metal, the name would be a precious moniker for your cat.Ĭoral - The coral stone represents wisdom and immortality.Famous Redheaded Female Characters from Literature, TV, Movies and More. ![]()
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