Cats are the most popular pet around the world, they have affection and playfulness which are the top qualities that cat owners prefer in a kitty. There are many kinds of breeds more than 60 cat breeds are recognized by various cat registries of which are purebred, domestic, and hybrid. In 2021, they confirmed an estimated 220 million owned and 480 million stray cats worldwide.
These 8 breeds are the most popular cats for kitty lovers worldwide.
1. Siamese
Siamese cats are intelligent, fun, and the first clearly recognized breeds of Asian cats. The origin of Siamese cats started in Thailand and became one of the most popular breeds since the 19th century in Europe and North America. These cats have short hair and black distinct markings located on their face, ears, feet, and tail. They are very social and loyal to their owner.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 8 to 12 years
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2. Ragdoll
Ragdoll cats got that name from their tendency to go limp and relaxed when picked up, much like a rag doll. Ragdoll is one of the most affectionate cats, they’re very adaptable with other pets, they love to snuggle, and they are super relaxed. This breed is particularly good with children and easy to pet. Ragdolls are often known as ‘puppy-like cats’ because of their dog-like personality like Maine Coon cats.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years
3. Maine Coon
Maine Coon cats have a reputation for their big size can grow to be 30 lbs, and also are known for being super social, friendly, intelligent, and playful. They are the most popular house cat breed, some people compare these cats to dogs because they’re so sociable and they have some dog-like tendencies, like following their owners, walking on a leash and playing fetch, also have valuable hunting skills.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years
4. Persian Cats
The Persian cat, also known as the Iranian cat in the Middle East, the “Shirazi cat” in Iran (Origin), and the “Persian Longhair” in English-speaking countries. These cats have beautiful, long fur coats, flat faces, and round eyes, Persian cats always need to be groomed every day to prevent knots and matting of the fur. Persians are featured in many movies and artworks and have been one of the most popular breeds of cats for decades. Some research confirmed that the first ancestors of Persian cats were imported into Italy from Persia around 1620.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 17 years
5. Sphynx cats
The Sphynx cats, known for their lack of fur with big ears and eyes, are also very social and active. If you don’t want to deal with the cat’s hair, then getting a Sphynx is the best choice for you. Hairlessness in this breed is a naturally occurring genetic mutation, the firstborn of Sphynx began in the 1960s. And her strange appearance attracted the eye of many cat lovers and become one of the most in-demand cats in the U.S
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years
6. Abyssinians
Abyssinians have a great personality, are elegant, regal-looking, and easy to care for, they are active, curious cats that frequently follow their owners around. Abyssinians have long, slender legs and a short-haired red/orange with a distinctive ticked tabby coat, they look like ancient Egyptian cats. They are also known as Aby, one of the most popular breeds in the world and one of the oldest. They got their name from Abyssinia (Ethiopia currently), where it is believed to have originated.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years
7. The Devon Rex
The Devon Rex is one of the intelligent cats with tall ears, short-haired, and slender bodies, they have been discovered for the first time in the region of Devonshire, England, during the late 1950s.
Devon Rex is capable of learning difficult tricks and is also known to behave more like a dog than like a cat with its vigorously and sweet disposition
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years
8. American shorthairs
American shorthairs have long lifespans that make a great choice if you want a pet to grow up with you, and they’re intelligent with a round face, short ears, easy-going, pleasant, relaxed, loving, and super sweet. has been rated in 2012 as the seventh most popular pedigreed cat in the United States. The first breed was brought over from Europe to North America with early settlers to protect valuable cargo from rats
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 15 to 20 years