Erin Hunter’s vast and immersive book series Warriors is a dream come true for cat lovers who also happen to be book lovers. The novels detail the adventures and lives of several clans of feral cats living in different territories in the world.
These include the Riverclan, Thunderclan, Shadowclan, Skyclan, and Windclan. There are hundreds of named characters throughout the series. These include clanless cats known as “rogues.” And of course, there are the “kittypets,” a term for cats taken in by “Twolegs,” which is how the cats refer to us humans.
The names of the cats in Warriors follow the convention of using a prefix that describes something in nature and a suffix that describes a body part (such as a paw, claw, or fur), or something of significance to that particular cat’s story or personality. The suffix also denotes a rank or personality trait, indicated as follows:
- Star (Leader)
- Paw (Apprentice)
- Claw (Warrior)
- Tail (Warrior)
- Heart (Medicine Cat)
- Whisker (Deputy)
- Leaf (Medicine Cat)
- Fur (Loyal)
- Sky (Fearless)
- Shine (Optimistic)
As a result of the intricate way in which these names are given in the world of Warriors, the list of potential Warriors-themed cat names is virtually endless. We’ve put together a list of names for cats based on actual Warriors characters, as well as names that would work well in the Warriors universe, so you can find the perfect name to give your own kitty.
Riverclan Cat Names
A clan of skilled fishers and swimmers, the Riverclan cats make their home in forests near lakes, rivers, and streams. They are known for being sleek and graceful. These are great names to consider for those rare cats who aren’t afraid of getting wet, who like spending their time near shorelines, or who have an air of elegance about them.
- Beetlewhisker
- Birdsong
- Brackenpelt
- Brambleberry
- Brightsky
- Cedarpelt
- Crookedstar
- Curlfeather
- Dapplenose
- Duskfur
- Echomist
- Fallowtail
- Graymist
- Graypool
- Hailstar
- Halkfrost
- Havenpelt
- Heronwing
- Icewing
- Jayclaw
- Lakeheart
- Lakeshine
- Leopardstar
- Lilystem
- Lizardtail
- Loudbelly
- Mallownose
- Minnowtail
- Mintfur
- Mistystar
- Mosspelt
- Mothwing
- Mudfur
- Mudthorn
- Oakheart
- Ottersplash
- Owlfur
- Owlnose
- Pebblefoot
- Perchwing
- Petalfur
- Piketooth
- Podlight
- Pouncetail
- Rainflower
- Reedwhisker
- Rippleclaw
- Riverstar
- Shellheart
- Shimmerpelt
- Silverstream
- Sneezecloud
- Stonefur
- Tanglewhisker
- Timberfur
- Troutclaw
- Willowpelt
- Willowshine
Shadowclan Cat Names
These cats live in the marshlands and the pines. They are sneaky hunters that move stealthily through the shadows as they stalk their prey. If your cat is fiercely loyal, proud, and a bit haughty, then these names are worth considering.
- Applefur
- Archeye
- Berryheart
- Blackstar
- Boulder
- Brackenfoot
- Brokenstar
- Cedarstar
- Cloverfoot
- Crowfrost
- Crowtail
- Dawnpelt
- Deerleap
- Featherstorm
- Ferretclaw
- Flametail
- Foxheart
- Grassheart
- Hollyflower
- Ivytail
- Kinkfur
- Littlebird
- Littlecloud
- Lizardfang
- Mistcloud
- Nightstar
- Oakfur
- Olivenose
- Owlclaw
- Pinenose
- Poolcloud
- Raggedstar
- Ratscar
- Redwillow
- Rippletail
- Rowanstar
- Runningnose
- Russetfur
- Sagewhisker
- Scorchfur
- Shadowstar
- Shrewfoot
- Silverflame
- Smokefoot
- Snowbird
- Sparrowtail
- Spikefur
- Stoatfur
- Stonetooth
- Stonewing
- Stumpytail
- Tawnypelt
- Tigerheart
- Tigerstar
- Wasptail
- Whitewater
Skyclan Cat Names
This clan of Warriors cats dwells near lakes and lives near the other clans. They are known for their powerful jumping and climbing abilities, as well as their hardiness that allows them to travel across rugged terrain. If you have a climber or a jumper cat on your hands, they might fit in well with the Skyclan cats. This list of names also arguably has some of the cutest names in the Warriors universe.
- Beepaw
- Beetlepaw
- Bellaleaf
- Blossomheart
- Cherrytail
- Cloudmist
- Cloudstar
- Dewspring
- Duskkit
- Echosong
- Fallowfern
- Fidgetflake
- Firestar
- Frecklewish
- Gravelnose
- Harrybrook
- Hawkwing
- Kitescratch
- Leafstar
- Mintfur
- Nectarsong
- Needleclaw
- Nettlesplash
- Palesky
- Pebbleshine
- Pigeonfoot
- Plumwillow
- Quailfeather
- Rabbitleap
- Reedclaw
- Ridgekit
- Rootspring
- Sagenose
- Skywatcher
- Sparrowpelt
- Sunnypelt
- Tinycloud
- Turtlecrawl
- Violetshine
- Wrenflight
Thunderclan Cat Names
The Thunderclan cats dwell in forests. They are known for being peaceful and taking in cats who don’t have a clan. They are also known for being strong, courageous, and loyal
- Adderfang
- Ambermoon
- Berrynose
- Birchfall
- Blossomfall
- Bluestar
- Brackenfur
- Bramblestar
- Briarlight
- Brightheart
- Brindleface
- Bumblestripe
- Cherryfall
- Cinderheart
- Cinderpelt
- Cloudtail
- Dappletail
- Darkstripe
- Dewnose
- Dovewing
- Dustpelt
- Featherwhisker
- Ferncloud
- Fernsong
- Firestar
- Foxleap
- Fuzzypelt
- Goldenflower
- Goosefeather
- Graystripe
- Hollyleaf
- Hollytuft
- Honeyfern
- Icecloud
- Ivypool
- Jayfeather
- Larksong
- Leafpool
- Lightningtail
- Lilyheart
- Lionblaze
- Lionheart
- Longtail
- Molewhisker
- Moonflower
- Mousefur
- Mousewhisker
- Mumblefoot
- Patchpelt
- Pinestar
- Poppydawn
- Poppyfrost
- Purdy
- Redtail
- Robinwing
- Rosepetal
- Runningwind
- Sandstorm
- Seedpaw
- Smallear
- Snowbush
- Snowfur
- Sorrelstripe
- Sparrowpelt
- Speckletail
- Spottedleaf
- Squirrelflight
- Stonepelt
- Stormcloud
- Stormtail
- Sunstar
- Swiftbreeze
- Swiftpaw
- Tawnyspots
- Thornclaw
- Thrushpelt
- Thunderstar
- Weedwhisker
- Whitestorm
- Whitewing
- Windflight
Windclan Cat Names
These cats like to live out in open spaces and are known for running as fast as the wind. While quick-witted and clever, Windclan cats are also a bit skittish and are careful of any perceived dangers.
- Antpelt
- Appledawn
- Ashfoot
- Aspenfall
- Barkface
- Breezepelt
- Cloudrunner
- Crouchfoot
- Crowfeather
- Dawnstripe
- Deadfoot
- Emberfoot
- Flailfoot
- Flamepelt
- Gorsestar
- Gorsetail
- Halkheart
- Harespring
- Heatherstar
- Heathertail
- Hickorynose
- Krestrelflight
- Leaftail
- Lilywhisker
- Meadowslip
- Mistmouse
- Morningflower
- Mudclaw
- Nightcloud
- Onestar
- Owlwhisker
- Palebird
- Plumclaw
- Redclaw
- Reedfeather
- Runningbrook
- Sandgorse
- Sedgewhisker
- Sunstrike
- Swallowtail
- Tallstar
- Tornear
- Weaselfur
- Webfoo
- Whiskernose
- Whiteberry
- Whitetail
- Windstar
- Woollytail
Strong Cat Names Inspired by Warriors
While not names of actual Warriors cats, these names follow the convention of the Warriors naming style. If you don’t see a name here for your cat, then give the naming style a try yourself. There are endless possibilities.
- Birchpaw
- Blazeheart
- Brambletail
- Briarclaw
- Emberfur
- Fireheart
- Foxear
- Goldenshine
- Hollyfur
- Ivywhisker
- Leafsong
- Lionfang
- Mistysong
- Moonshine
- Rainstar
- Raventail
- Silverpelt
- Smokestar
- Sparrowpelt
- Starshine
- Stonefur
- Stormclaw
- Thistleclaw
- Thornstrike
- Willowtail
- Featherpaw
Whether you are a fan of the Warriors literary universe or are just looking for a name for your cat that is descriptive and unique, the Warriors naming conventions are a fun, creative, and expressive way to celebrate what makes your cat so special.
Whether you use the name of your personal favorite Warriors cat or find one here that just describes your cat so perfectly, we hope you found a fitting name that captures your cat’s unique personality and traits.
It probably would have been best to do research on the book series before making this..
-star is for leaders
-paw is for apprentices
-kit is for kittens
Any other suffix can be given regardless of rank. I have no idea where you got the information that “-heart is for medicine cats” or any of that other stuff.
Thanks for making us aware of this.
A lot of these names are in the wrong place; for instance, Firestar. In skyclan. Hello?
I found this artical very helpful when writing my own Warrior cat book! I found some of the prefixes and suffixes and mixed ’em up-and no, I am not here to steal Erins work-once I did that, I add the characters names and personalities, then writes chapters, fun facts/giveaways in the book, etc. After that I let my heart spill out and write creative story. (⚡NONE OF MY CHARACTERS ARE FROM THE REAL BOOK!⚡)