We currently have two cats. Wooly, who's real name is Lulu. She came with my hubby last year. He got the name Lulu from a comic strip. Somehow her name changed to Wooly over the years. I don't get that, honestly! He also had a dog who's "official" name was something other than what he called her!
My kitty's name is Tia....short for Tiamat, and of course I think it's unique and clever! That name came from a book we read with our kids when they were little. Supposedly "Tiamat" means "Queen of the World" in dragon language. Since cats tend to do as they please and rule the roost we thought it a very appropriate name for a cat!!
I find it very funny that you put this post up today....because I was just thinking this morning about Tia's name and where it came from! Good luck naming your new friend!