Names for an orange cat, a red dog or another ginger pet
Ask your vet about your own pet. This page is general information from the sources below.
Orange and red coats glow like a fire on a cold day. Marmalade is jam made with oranges, saffron is a golden spice from a crocus flower, and amber is tree resin that hardened over millions of years. These names suit ginger cats, red dogs, orange guinea pigs and goldfish too.
17 names, good for any pet.
| Shortlist | Name | Boy or girl | Where it comes from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmalade | Either | Jam made with oranges and their peel. Great for a cat. | |
| Ginger | Either | A hot, spicy root, and the name for orange cats. | |
| Saffron | Girl | A golden spice that comes from a crocus flower. | |
| Amber | Girl | Tree resin that hardened over millions of years. | |
| Copper | Either | A shiny reddish-orange metal. | |
| Rusty | Boy | The red-brown color of rust. | |
| Tangerine | Girl | A small, sweet orange. | |
| Carrot | Either | Bright orange, and crunchy. Great for a rabbit or guinea pig. | |
| Paprika | Girl | A red spice made from dried peppers. | |
| Ember | Either | A glowing piece of wood in a fire. | |
| Blaze | Either | A bright fire; also a white stripe down an animal's face. Great for a dog. | |
| Fox | Either | Red-orange, like a red fox. Great for a dog or cat. | |
| Sunset | Either | The orange sky at the end of the day. | |
| Autumn | Girl | The season of orange leaves. | |
| Marigold | Girl | A bright orange garden flower. | |
| Goldie | Girl | For a golden pet. Great for a fish or dog. | |
| Sunny | Either | Bright as the Sun. |
Tick the names you like, then take them to a family vote.