What is the name of GitHub’s cat-like mascot?

GitHub’s cat-like mascot is called the Octocat.

The Octocat combines the body of an octopus with the head of a cat. The hybrid character reflects GitHub’s name and became a recognizable symbol of the software-development platform. GitHub uses the Octocat in illustrations, stickers, merchandise, conference materials, and community projects.

The character was created by graphic designer Simon Oxley, whose earlier work was licensed by GitHub. The original design has been adapted into numerous themed versions, often called Octodex illustrations. These variations may show the character in different occupations, costumes, or cultural settings while retaining its distinctive silhouette.

The Octocat is not the same as GitHub’s black-and-white “in a circle” mark, which is often called the Invertocat. In both cases, the cat-like figure is part of GitHub’s visual identity, but Octocat is the mascot’s standard name. GitHub was founded in 2008 as a platform for hosting and collaborating on software projects.