Last reviewed on 2026-06-12
Hello Kitty
Main CharacterThe world's most famous Sanrio character. A British girl born on November 1st in London. Known for her signature red bow and lack of a mouth. Loves baking cookies, collecting cute things, and spending time with friends. Full name: Kitty White.
Mimmy
Twin SisterHello Kitty's identical twin sister who wears a yellow bow on her right ear (opposite to Kitty's left). Mimmy is shy, gentle, and feminine. She loves sewing and being the perfect housewife. Inseparable from her sister.
Dear Daniel
Hello Kitty's BoyfriendHello Kitty's childhood sweetheart and boyfriend. Full name Daniel Starr. A cat boy who loves photography and dancing. Has travelled the world with his father, a photographer. Kind, thoughtful, and adventurous.
Mama (Mary White)
Hello Kitty's MotherHello Kitty's loving and caring mother. Mary White is a devoted homemaker who loves to bake and cook for her family. Always supportive and warm, she is the heart of the White family household.
Papa (George White)
Hello Kitty's FatherHello Kitty's father, a hardworking businessman who loves his family dearly. George White has a passion for travelling and bringing home souvenirs for his daughters. Protective but fun-loving.
Grandpa & Grandma White
GrandparentsHello Kitty's beloved grandparents. Grandpa Anthony White loves fishing and is an excellent storyteller. Grandma Margaret White is a talented knitter who teaches Hello Kitty many crafts and baking recipes.
Charmmy Kitty
Hello Kitty's Pet CatHello Kitty's adorable pet Persian cat, given to her as a birthday present. Wears a key around her neck that opens Hello Kitty's jewellery box. Sweet and elegant, reflecting Hello Kitty's love of cute things.
Sugar
Hello Kitty's Pet HamsterHello Kitty's tiny hamster companion. Sweet and fluffy, Sugar loves running on her wheel and eating sunflower seeds. Often seen alongside Charmmy Kitty in Hello Kitty's adventures.
Fifi
Best FriendHello Kitty's fashionable poodle best friend. Fifi loves fashion, shopping, and keeping up with the latest trends. She is bubbly, energetic, and always the life of the party. Often accompanies Hello Kitty on shopping trips.
Jodie
School FriendOne of Hello Kitty's close school friends. Jodie is cheerful and sporty, always ready for outdoor adventures. She balances Hello Kitty's love of cosy indoor activities with energetic outdoor fun.
My Melody
Sanrio FriendOne of Sanrio's most beloved characters and a close friend of Hello Kitty. A sweet bunny from Mariland who wears a hood. Known for her kind heart, love of almond pound cake, and pastel pink aesthetic.
Cinnamoroll
Sanrio FriendAn adorable white puppy with a cinnamon roll tail who can fly using his big ears. Lives at a cafe in a town in the sky. Known for his chubby cheeks and gentle, dreamy personality. One of Sanrio's most popular characters globally.
Cathy
Rabbit FriendA sweet white rabbit and one of Hello Kitty's best friends from the classic cast. Cathy is gentle and a little quiet, and she loves spending afternoons playing and having tea with Kitty and Mimmy.
Tippy
Bear FriendA kind-hearted bear cub and Hello Kitty's classmate. Tippy is famously sweet on Hello Kitty and acts like a little gentleman, often carrying her things and helping friends whenever he can.
Tracy
Raccoon FriendA playful raccoon from Hello Kitty's circle of forest friends. Tracy is mischievous and full of energy, always coming up with games and pranks that keep the whole group laughing.
Joey
Mouse FriendA cheerful little mouse who is one of Hello Kitty's classic classmates. Small but bold, Joey is quick-witted and adventurous, and he is also good friends with Dear Daniel.
Timmy & Tammy
Monkey TwinsAdorable monkey twins from Hello Kitty's group of friends. Timmy and Tammy are polite, helpful, and always together, mirroring Kitty and Mimmy as another inseparable sibling pair.
Tiny Chum
Teddy Bear FriendHello Kitty's beloved little teddy bear companion from the vintage era of the franchise. Tiny Chum is small, cuddly, and cheerful, and appears alongside Kitty on classic merchandise.
Kuromi
Sanrio FriendMy Melody's punk-rock rival, a white rabbit in a black jester hood with a pink skull. Tough on the outside but girly at heart, Kuromi has become one of the most popular characters in the Hello Kitty and Friends universe.
Pompompurin
Sanrio FriendA laid-back golden retriever who wears a brown beret and loves pudding, milk, and naps. A regular co-star in Hello Kitty and Friends shows and one of Sanrio's top-ranked characters.
Keroppi
Sanrio FriendA cheerful frog from Donut Pond who loves swimming, singing, and adventures. One of the classic Sanrio characters of the 1980s and a frequent friend of Hello Kitty in group appearances.
Pochacco
Sanrio FriendA sporty white pup with floppy black ears who loves basketball, soccer, and banana ice cream. A 1989 Sanrio classic who often appears beside Hello Kitty in the Hello Kitty and Friends lineup.
Badtz-Maru
Sanrio FriendA grumpy penguin with spiky hair and a rebellious attitude who dreams of becoming a boss someday. The mischief-maker of the Sanrio cast and a fun contrast to Hello Kitty's sweetness.
Little Twin Stars
Sanrio FriendsKiki and Lala, twin star siblings who came down from the sky. Kiki is curious and Lala is dreamy and gentle. Classic 1975 Sanrio characters who often join Hello Kitty in friends collections.
Tuxedosam
Sanrio FriendA dapper penguin from Tuxedo Island who owns 365 bow ties, one for every day of the year. Polite and well-mannered, Sam is a retro Sanrio favorite in the Hello Kitty and Friends cast.
About Hello Kitty Characters
Hello Kitty was created by Sanrio designer Yuko Shimizu and first appeared in 1974. The character was designed by Ikuko Shimizu (and later by Yuko Yamaguchi). Hello Kitty is depicted as a British girl named Kitty White, born in London on November 1st.
The franchise has become a global phenomenon, generating over $80 billion in revenue. Hello Kitty's world is populated by a charming cast of family members, friends, and pets, each with their own distinct personality. She has no mouth — intended to allow the viewer to project any emotion onto her.
Hello Kitty's Family: The White Family Names
Hello Kitty's full name is Kitty White, and she lives with her family in the suburbs of London. Here are all of Hello Kitty's family members' names:
- Mimmy White — Hello Kitty's identical twin sister, who wears a yellow bow on her right ear
- George White (Papa) — her dependable, fun-loving father
- Mary White (Mama) — her warm, caring mother who loves to bake
- Anthony White (Grandpa) — her storytelling grandfather who enjoys fishing and painting
- Margaret White (Grandma) — her grandmother, a talented knitter and embroiderer
Kitty also has two pets: Charmmy Kitty, her white Persian cat, and Sugar, her little hamster.
Hello Kitty's Friends Names
Searching for Hello Kitty and her friends' names? Her circle of friends includes:
- Dear Daniel (Daniel Starr) — her childhood sweetheart and boyfriend
- Fifi — her fashionable poodle best friend
- Cathy — a sweet white rabbit
- Tippy — a gentlemanly bear cub with a crush on Kitty
- Tracy — a playful, prank-loving raccoon
- Joey — a quick-witted little mouse
- Timmy & Tammy — polite monkey twins
- Jodie — a cheerful, sporty school friend
- Tiny Chum — her cuddly teddy bear
In the wider Hello Kitty and Friends cast, she also appears with Sanrio stars like My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Keroppi, Pochacco, Badtz-Maru, Little Twin Stars, and Tuxedosam.
All Hello Kitty Character Names (A–Z)
Quick alphabetical reference of every Hello Kitty character featured in this guide:
Badtz-Maru, Cathy, Charmmy Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Dear Daniel, Fifi, Grandma White (Margaret), Grandpa White (Anthony), Hello Kitty (Kitty White), Jodie, Joey, Keroppi, Kuromi, Little Twin Stars (Kiki & Lala), Mama (Mary White), Mimmy, My Melody, Papa (George White), Pochacco, Pompompurin, Sugar, Timmy & Tammy, Tiny Chum, Tippy, Tracy, Tuxedosam
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Hello Kitty's friends?
Hello Kitty's close friends include her boyfriend Dear Daniel, the fashionable poodle Fifi, Cathy the rabbit, Tippy the bear, Tracy the raccoon, Joey the mouse, the monkey twins Timmy and Tammy, Jodie, and her teddy bear Tiny Chum. She is also friends with Sanrio stars like My Melody, Cinnamoroll, and Pompompurin.
Does Hello Kitty have a sister?
Yes. Hello Kitty has an identical twin sister named Mimmy White. The easiest way to tell them apart is their bows: Hello Kitty wears a red bow on her left ear, while Mimmy wears a yellow bow on her right ear.
What are Hello Kitty's family members' names?
Hello Kitty's family is the White family: her father George White, her mother Mary White, her twin sister Mimmy, her grandfather Anthony White, and her grandmother Margaret White. Her full name is Kitty White, and the family lives in the suburbs of London.
Is Hello Kitty a cat?
According to Sanrio, Hello Kitty is not a cat but a cheerful little girl — a personification (gijinka) of a cat. She even has her own pet cat, Charmmy Kitty, and a pet hamster named Sugar.
Does Hello Kitty have a boyfriend?
Yes. Hello Kitty's boyfriend is Dear Daniel, whose full name is Daniel Starr. He is her childhood sweetheart who loves photography and dancing, and he debuted in 1999.
How old is Hello Kitty?
Hello Kitty debuted in 1974, making the character over 50 years old as a brand. In her official story, however, she is depicted as a forever-young schoolgirl whose birthday is November 1st.