Mango was named "red band" by his breeder because he wore a red collar. They started calling him Mango once we picked the name and then a month later he was old enough to come to his new home. The breeder avoides naming the kittens because, once named by them, they end up keeping them! There is at least a dozen cats from 18 years old to just kittens that are a permanent part of their household. I'd have a hard time parting with them too..