Queenie

Queenie is an Old English-origin name, a feminine diminutive of 'queen,' from the Old English cwen meaning 'woman' or 'wife' and later 'female ruler.' It carries regal connotations delivered with affectionate informality.

Queenie is the warm, affectionate version of Queen — all the authority without any of the stiffness. It suits a female pet who is undeniably in charge of the household but delivers her commands with charm rather than severity. The name has a vintage British quality that sounds equally at home in a Victorian drawing room and a modern apartment. For the cat who owns every piece of furniture, or the dog who has everyone trained to serve her on schedule, Queenie is the perfect honorific.