Star Wars Cat Names: 50 Best Names Inspired By a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Looking for Star Wars cat names for your newly adopted cats? We’ve got you covered with names from both the original and the prequel trilogies. We even threw in cat names inspired by the Star Wars sequels and spin-off media.

We’re confident that by the end of this article, you'd be able to find a Star Wars-inspired name that best suits your new cat or cats.  

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Star Wars Cat Names from the Star Wars Movies

There’s no better way to start our search for the best Star Wars cat names than by going through the classics. The Star Wars story has spanned a total of 11 movies and a host of TV series and spinoffs. Most of the Star Wars universe fan favorites first appeared in the movies.

Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

Released in 1977, Episode IV: A New Hope was originally called Star Wars. Created and directed by George Lucas, this was the first part of the original trilogy which included Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi.

Episode IV introduces Star Wars’ most iconic characters that are beloved by fans from all over the world. You’d surely be the proud owner of a cat or cats named after any of these film and sci-fi icons from a galaxy far, far, away.

Here are the most popular cat name ideas inspired by Star Wars:

1. Darth Vader – once a Jedi knight, Darth Vader has turned to the dark side and became a dark Sith lord. This fallen Jedi is one of the most well-known villains of all time.
2. Luke Skywalker – trained by Master Yoda while in exile on the swamp planet Dagobah, this hero of the Rebel Alliance went on to become the greatest Jedi of all time.
3. Princess Leia – the heroine of the Galactic Civil War, Princess Leia is the twin sister of Luke Skywalker. She is a leader and founding member of the Rebel Alliance.
4. Obi-wan Kenobi – is a legendary Jedi Master who was a mentor to both Luke and Anakin Skywalker. Also known as Ben Kenobi, he guides Luke through the Force in the battle against the Galactic Empire.
5. Han Solo – the captain of the Millennium Falcon is a famous smuggler and gambler who helped Wookie Chewbacca escape slavery under the Empire.
6. Chewbacca – co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon, Chewbacca or Chewy helped the Rebel Alliance overthrow the Empire.
7. R2-D2 – the most famous astromech droid of them all. R2D2 is equipped with various functions and tools and was instrumental in the rescue of Princess Leia.
8. C-3PO – a protocol droid built by Anakin Skywalker. 
9. Jabba the Hutt – a notorious crime lord whose power reached so far and wide that he commanded the respect and payment of even the Galaxy’s ruling government.
10. Biggs Darklighter – a pilot and childhood friend of Luke Skywalker.

Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back

Said to be the darkest out of the original Star Wars trilogy films, Episode V follows the Empire’s rise from the ashes of the Death Star and its mission to find and destroy the new Rebel base on the ice planet Hoth. 

Here are some cat name ideas from this film:

1. Yoda – one of the greatest Jedi Masters of the Old Republic as well as its last Grand Master of the Jedi Order. He is a master of both the Force and lightsaber combat.
2. Emperor Palpatine – the public face of Darth Sidious, he is considered the most powerful Sith Lord that ever lived.
3. Lando Calrissian – a friend of Han Solo’s from his smuggling days, Lando joins the Rebel Alliance and later became a General.
4. Boba Fett – a clone of Jango Fett, he is one of the most feared bounty hunters in the Galaxy, he possesses the skills to kill even powerful users of the Force.
5. Dengar – a bounty hunter who was badly scarred in a race with Han Solo when they were teenagers.

Star Wars VI: Return of the Jedi

The last of the original Star Wars trilogy, Return of the Jedi has Leia going on a rescue mission to save Han Solo from the clutches of Jabba the Hutt. Rebel Alliance will once again battle the forces of the newly built Death Star.

1. Admiral Ackbar – the Supreme Commander of the Rebel Alliance Fleet. 
2. Buboicullaar – also known as Bubo, is an intelligent, sentient being that is kept by Jabba the Hutt as a pet.
3. Boussh – Ubesian bounty hunter whose identity Leia assumed to disguise herself 
4. Chief Chirpa – leader of the Ewoks.
5. Droopy McCool – plays the flute in the Max Rebo Band.
6. Sy Snootles – lead singer of the Max Rebo Band.
7. Wicket – a young Ewok who later became friends with Leia.

Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace

The film is set 32 years before the events in Episode IV. The film follows Qui-Gon Jinn, his apprentice Obi-wan Kenobi, Naboo’s Queen Amidala, and a slave gifted with naturally strong powers of the Force called Anakin Skywalker. 

Star Wars prequels cat name ideas:

1. Qui Gon Jinn – often described as a maverick who lives by his own rules, he is the mentor of Obi-wan and was once a mentor to Yoda in discovering the power of spiritual immortality.
2. Anakin Skywalker – a 9-year-old slave who was discovered to possess the highest ever detected midi-chlorian count in his blood.
3. Queen Padme Amidala – Padme is one of the most important senators of the Republic. She was voted Queen of Naboo at the age of 14.
4. Mace Windu – is another legendary Jedi Master who is the second most skilled Jedi and duelist on the Council after Yoda. He is known for using both the Light Side and Dark Side of the Force in combat while remaining on the Light Side.
5. Darth Maul – Darth Maul is the first Sith apprentice of Sith lord Sidious who was sent to capture Queen Amidala.
6. Jar Jar Binks – is described as a clumsy but loyal friend of Anakin.

Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones

10 years after the events of Episode I, Anakin is all grown-up and is assigned to protect Senator Amidala along with his mentor Obi-wan Kenobi. Along the way, they uncover secrets within the Galactic Senate, and much more. 

Episode II cat name ideas:

1. Count Dooku – also known as Darth Tyranus, founded the Confederacy of Independent Systems, which led to the Clone Wars against the Jedi and the Republic.
2. Jango Fett – arguably the best bounty hunter of his time, he is the father of Boba Fett. He is also the genetic template used for the Republic’s clone army.
3. Owen Lars – stepbrother of Anakin Skywalker. He raised Luke Skywalker as his own.
4. Shmi Skywalker – mother of Anakin. Her death unleashed Anakin’s rage and brought him one step closer to fulfilling his destiny of falling to the Dark Side.
5. Kit Fisto – a Nautolan Jedi Master known for his friendly smile. 
6. Dexter Jettster – the owner of Dex’s Diner. He is a former Outer Rim scout, prospector on Subterrel, and animal hunter.

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Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

The last of the Star Wars prequels, Revenge of the Sith depicts the last days of the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic, and most importantly, the rise of Darth Vader.

Episode III-inspired cat name ideas:

1. General Grievous – the cyborg Supreme Commander of the Confederacy of Independent Systems, this Kaleesh warlord is one of the most feared beings in galactic history without even being able to use the Force.
2. Shaak Ti – a Togruta Jedi Master described by Mace Windu as “beautiful as a flower, yet as deadly as a viper” 
3. Boga – a reptilian creature that can run at extreme speeds.
4. Grand Moff Tarkin – the Governor and leader of the planet Eriadu. He is credited with being the architect of the Empire by Sidious himself.
5. Buzz Droid – a sabotage droid created by the Confederacy of Independent Systems.

Star Wars Cat Names from the Sequels & Various Spin-off Media

Here are some of the characters that appeared in the Star Wars sequels Episode VII: The Force Awakens, Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, animated films, and other spin-off media:

1. Rey – is a scavenger from the planet Jakku. She became involved in Resistance’s fight against the First Order. Rey went on to become the last remaining Jedi.
2. Finn – a former stormtrooper or empire soldier of the First Order who defected to the Resistance. 
3. Poe Dameron – the Resistance’s best X-wing fighter pilot and former leader of the Starfighter Corps.
4. Kylo Ren – once known as Ben Solo, he is the son of Han Solo and Princess Leia. He is seduced by the Dark Side and joined the Knights of Ren in his aspirations to become like his grandfather, Darth Vader.
5. Snoke – a Force-sensitive humanoid created by Emperor Palpatine to be his proxy Supreme Leader, Snoke was once the master of Kylo Ren until he betrays him.
6. Maz Kanata – a former smuggler and pirate, Maz is 1000 years old and is said to be a Force prodigy. She has the ability to see the true nature of a person.
7. BB-8 – an astromech droid owned by Poe Dameron.
8. Captain Phasma – a stormtrooper captain who is Finn’s first commander.
9. Vice Admiral Holdo – assumed the position of Supreme Commander of the Resistance while General Organa was in a coma from an attack by the First Order.
10. Captain Rex – also known as CT-7567, is a clone trooper captain who serves the Galactic Republic under the command of Jedi General Anakin Skywalker.
11. Mara Jade – is the wife of Luke Skywalker in the non-canon Legends series.
12. Tobias Beckett – mentor of Han Solo who worked for the Crimson Dawn crime syndicate.

Conclusion

So many cat names in the Star Wars universe can be great for pets. You can even play around with the cat names to put a feline spin on them such as Chewbaccat, Meows Windu, Kitten Fisto, etc. 

We hope that you found this article helpful in your search for the name of your new cat. Always remember that no matter what cat name you pick, a loving home plus great pet care always brings the best out of a cat.