Whether you’re looking for a Collete or a Cadence, we’ve got all the baby names that start with “C.”
Baby Girl Names That Start With “C”
Caddie (ka-dee)
Of French origin meaning “free man”, inspired by the 1935 book Caddie Woodlawn
Cadence (kay-dense)
Do you feel the “rhythm” of this sweet Latin name? Consider these alternate spelling too: Kadence, Caidence, or Kaidence
Caia (kye-ah)
Meaning “to rejoice” from a Latin origin, also the Roman goddess of fire and women
Caitriona (ka-TREE-na)
This beautiful name is the Gaelic version of Catherine meaning “pure”
Calais (kal-LAY)
A French place name
Caliana (ka-lee-na)
Inspired by the Greek name Callista meaning “most beautiful”
Callista (ka-lista)
Of Greek origin meaning “most beautiful, consider alternate spellings and variations of Calista, Calixta, and Calesta
Calla (ka-la)
Inspired by the calla lily, this Greek name means “beautiful”
Calliope (Kuh-lai-uh-pee)
Share the name of the Greek goddess of poetry and song with a name meaning “beautiful voice”
Calypso (Cal-ip-so)
Of Greek origin meaning “she who hides”, made popular by musician Calypso Rose
Cambria
A place name of Welsh origin
Camellia
The name of an exotic flower as well as a Czech surname meaning “Kamel’s flower”
Cameo
An Italian word name inspired by a necklace of a white profile silhouette usually on a blue background
Cameron
A name of Scottish origin meaning “crooked nose”, Cameron became a more feminine name thanks to Cameron Diaz as well as Camryn Manheim, alternate spellings include Camren and Kamron as well
Camilla (ka-MIL-la or ka-MEE-la)
A Latin and Spanish name meaning “young ceremonial servant”, origin modifies pronunciation
Campbell
A Scottish name meaning “crooked mouth, it is the 7th most popular surname in Scotland
Camreigh (cam-REE)
A variation of the Scottish name Cameron meaning “crooked nose”, more commonly known due to the car, Toyota Camry
Candelaria (can-del-AAH-ree-ah)
Inspired by the Spanish church festival of Candlemas meaning “illuminated”, also consider its sister name Candela
Cantrelle
A French name meaning “song”, a unique first name when you like the nickname Elle
Capri (Ku-pree)
An Italian place name, it’s an island in Italy, meaning “impulsive change of mind”
Caprice (Ku-preece)
The French variation of Capri meaning “impulsive change of mind”
Cara (Car-uh or care-uh)
Of Latin origin meaning “dear friend”, Cara also has Italian, Irish, Spanish, and Portuguese roots
Carina (car-ee-nuh)
Meaning “dear little one” from Italian origin
Caris (Cah-riss or CARE-iss)
A Welsh and Greek name meaning “love, grace, and kindness”
Carissa (Cah-ris-uh)
A name meaning “grace” of Greek origin, alternate spellings: Charissa and Karissa
Carly
Feminine of Carl meaning “free man” … or woman, alternate spellings include Carlie, Carli, Karlie, Karly, Karlee, and Carlee, made popular by 1970s singer Carly Simon
Carmela (car-MEL-a)
The TV show Sopranos made this Italian/Spanish name meaning “garden” quite popular
Carmen
A reference to Mount Carmel in the Holy Land meaning “Garden of God”
Carolyn
Meaning “little womanly one”, variation of Caroline that was quite popular from the 1920s-1960s
Carrington
English/Scottish surname, long form option for Carrie
Carsyn
Unisex name of Scottish origin meaning “son of marsh dwellers”
Cash
English word name, often an ode to Johnny Cash, derived from Cassius meaning “hollow”
Cashmere (kash-meer)
Word name inspired by the soft, high-end fabric, recently made popular due to a character in the Hunger Games book series
Cassandra (cass-AN-dra or cass-ON-dra)
Meaning “shining or excelling man” or “she who entails men” of Greek origin, alternate spelling of Kassandra with nicknames options of Cass, Cassie, Sandra, and Sandy
Cassia (CASS-ee-a or CASH-a)
The feminine form of Cassius, a Greek name meaning “cinnamon”
Cassidy
A name of Irish origin meaning “curly haired”
Cat
Diminutive of Catherine meaning “pure” of Greek origin
Cataleya (cat-ah-lee-uh)
A Spanish name meaning “orchid”
Catalina
A name of Spanish origin meaning “pure”
Cate
Short form of Catherine meaning “pure”, sometimes spelled Cait when a diminutive of Caitlin
Catherine
A Greek name meaning “pure”, one of the top 100 names of the last millennium
Cathleen
Also spelled Kathleen, American origin meaning “pure” or “clear”
Cayla
Of Arabic and Hebrew origin meaning “laurel, crown”, also spelled Kayla
Cece
Short form of Cecilia, a Latin name meaning “blind one”, sometimes spelled CeCe
Cecilia (Ses-il-ee-uh)
Feminine form of the Latin Cecil meaning “blind”, linked to Saint Cecilia, the saint of musicians
Cecily (Ses-il-ee)
Another variation of Cecil meaning “blind”
Celeste (sel-est)
Of Latin origin, meaning “celestial” or “heavenly”
Celia (See-lee-a)
Shakespeare is deemed the founder of Celia thanks to his character in As You Like It, it is of Latin origin meaning “heavenly”
Celine (Sel-een)
A French variation of Celeste meaning “heavenly”, made popular by French-Canadian singer Celine Dion
Chana (CHA-nuh)
A variation of the Hebrew name Hannah meaning “gracious”, also spelled Channah
Chanel (sha-NELL)
A French name meaning “dweller near the canal”
Charise (shuh-REESE)
Also spelled Cherice or Cherise, this name of French origin means “precious one”
Charity
An English word name meaning “to provide help to those in need”, in this family of virtue names consider Amity, Verity, and Clarity
Charleigh (Char-lee)
Derived from the French and German name Charles meaning “free man”
Charlize (char-LEEZ)
Another name inspired by Charles, think Charles with feminine flair, meaning “free man”
Charlotte
A French origin name derived from Charles, an elegant royal name also popular due to E.B. White’s book Charlotte’s Web
Charmaine (shar-MAIN)
Meaning “a singer” of Latin origin
Chaunie
A gender neutral name of American and Australian origin with no known meaning
Chaya (kai-ya)
A feminine version of the Hebrew name Chayyim meaning “life”
Chelsie
Also spelled Chelsea and Chelsey, this name of English origin means “chalk wharf”
Cherish
An English word name meaning “to protect and care for lovingly”
Cherry
A fruit name that has surprisingly not seen an uptick in popularity like its counterparts Apple, Plum, and Clementine
Chaka (chaa-kuh)
Inspired by singer Chaka Khan, means “life” or “energy center”
Chatlie
A modern name with no known meaning – choose your own!
Chiara (Chee-are-uh)
A Latin name with Christian ties meaning “daughter of light”
Chloe (k-low-ee)
A name of Greek origin meaning “young green shoot” that is popular in mythology and often regarded as a spring name
Cheyenne (shy-en)
Native American origin, specifically Sioux, meaning “people of a different language”, alternate spellings to consider: Cheyanne, Sheyenne, Shyanne, Shyann and Shianne
Christine
Feminine version of Christian, a Greek name meaning “follower of Christ”
Chrysanthemum (kruh-San-thuh-muhm)
A beautiful flower name of Greek origin meaning “gold flower”
Ciara (see-AHR-a)
An Irish name meaning “little dark one”, popular thanks to the American singer songwriter Ciara
Cienna (see-en-uh)
Creative spelling of the name Sienna, an Italian place name tied to an orange-red clay color
Citlani
A Native American, specifically Aztec, name meaning “star”
Citron
A name of French origin meaning “lemon”
Claire
French form of Clara meaning “bright, clear”
Clara
A vintage name with European flair, Clara is a name of Latin origin meaning “bright, clear” often thought of especially around Christmas due to the main character in The Nutcracker
Clarabelle
A name meaning “bright and beautiful”, other variations include Claribelle and Claribell, although the latter makes many think of Disney’s cow character
Clarke
An English masculine name turned feminine with the added “e”, Clarke means “secretary, scholar”
Claudia
The feminine variation of the Latin name Claude meaning “enclosure”
Clementine
The French feminine version of Clement of Latin origin meaning “mild, merciful”, also “bright, cheerful” thanks to its fruit connection
Cleo
A name of Greek origin meaning “glory”
Cleona (kleena or klee-ow-na)
In honor of the beautiful Irish goddess Cliodhna, Gaelic origin
Clover
An English name meaning “key” but is also has an Irish connection and by default also means “luck”
Coco
A pet name of French origin made popular by Chanel and Courtney Cox’s daughter
Colbie
A unisex name of English origin meaning “from a coal town”
Colette
Short form of the French Nicole meaning “people of victory”, alternate spelling: Collette
Colleen
A name of American origin from the Irish word for “girl”
Collins
A gender neutral name of English origin meaning “family of Coilean”
Constance
Meaning “constant” this name of English origin has become more popular because of Australian blogger and “queen” Constance Hall
Cora
Of Greek origin meaning “heart, maiden”, Cora is also another name for the Greek goddess Persephone
Coral
A name of English origin, coral is a form of sea life and a pink-orange color
Coraline
A combination of the names Cora and Caroline, Coraline is of English origin meaning “heart, maiden”
Cordelia
Meaning “heart” or “jewel of the sea” from Latin and Welsh origins respectively, Cordelia was made popular by Shakespeare’s King Lear, nickname options include Lia, Dilly, Rory, and Delia
Cori
An Irish name meaning “hollow”
Corinne
A name of French origin meaning “maiden”, alternate spellings include Corrine and Kourin
Cressida
An English name meaning “golden”, popular due to Shakespeare’s Troilus and Cressida and most recently a character in the series Bridgerton
Crystal
A name word of English origin meaning “brilliant glass” or “earth mineral”, alternate spellings to consider are Cristal and Krystle
Cynthia
Meaning “from Mount Kinthos”, Cynthia is a name of Latin origin also related to the moon goddess
Cypress
Cypress is the name of a conifer tree and a symbol of mourning, it is of Greek origin and means “strong, adaptable”
Cyrah (KIHRaa)
Of Persian origin meaning “enthroned, throne, sun”
Baby Boy Names That Start with “C”
Cable
A gender neutral name of American origin meaning “rope”
Cabot
A French name meaning “head” or “to sail”
Caddock
Of Welsh origin the meaning “war ready” or “battle sharpened” makes Caddock a strong, unique name
Cade
Originally an English surname, Cade means “strong, stout”
Cadmian
Derived from the name Cadmus, Cadmian in a Greek name which means “one who excels”
Cadogan
A Welsh name meaning “battle, glory, honor”
Cador
Meaning “battle notable” or “fighter”, Cador is a name of English origin tied to King Arthur as a potential but not specific relative
Cael (Kale)
In Irish mythology Cael was a great warrior, the name means “slender, narrow”
Cage
A word name of English origin meaning “confined by bars”, a more unique spelling would be Kage
Cai
Of Latin origin meaning “rejoice, happy”
Caiden
Meaning “fighter”, the name Caiden or Caden is of American origin, it also has been found to have heritage as Cadáin, an old Gaelic form of Adam which would then make it mean “ground, earth”
Caine
Of Irish origin meaning “son of the fighter”, alternate spelling of Cane or Cain
Cairo (kai-ro)
As the capital of Egypt, this place name has Arabic origin meaning “victorious”
Cal
Meaning “devotion”, Cal is of Hebrew origin, it is also a nickname for Calvin, Calhoun, Callum, and the Irish Cathal
Calder
“From the wild water” is a name of Scottish origin
Caleb
Of Hebrew origin meaning “wholehearted”
Callahan
Tied to both Irish and Gaelic origin meaning “little bright-headed one” or “devotee of the Church”
Calvin
This name means “bald” and is of Latin origin and is derived from the French surname Cauvin
Callum
A Scottish name meaning “dove”, also consider Kallum
Cam
Of Scottish and English origin meaning “bent or crooked river”
Camden
A gender neutral name of English origin meaning “from the valley of the camps”
Cane
An English name meaning “stalk of sugar”, the alternate spelling, Cain, is Hebrew and means “acquired”
Cannon
Meaning “clergyman” and of English origin, also spelled Kannon
Canyon
A gender-neutral name of English origin meaning “a large ravine”
Cary
Made popular by Cary Grant, Carey means “pure” and is of English origin, also Carey and Carrey depending on origin
Carl
A German name meaning “manly”
Carlisle
Did you immediately think of Carlisle Cullen from Twilight? This name means “From The City Of Luguvalium” and is of Scottish origin
Carlos
A Spanish name meaning “free man”
Carmody
A Celtic surname meaning “Descendant of Cearmaid”, also Carmady
Carson
Of English origin meaning “son of carr” made popular by Carson Daly
Carston
A name of English origin meaning “a town of Christ followers”
Carter
An Irish, English, and Scottish name meaning “driver of a cart or wagon”
Carver
An English name literally meaning “wood carver” known well thanks to scientist George Washington Carver
Casey
Of Irish origin meaning “vigilant of war”
Cash
An English surname meaning “maker of chests”
Cason
An American name merging the names Case and Jason
Casper
Meaning “treasurer” and of German origin, most well-known thanks to the cartoon, Casper the friendly ghost
Caspian
Inspired by the Caspian Sea, the largest inland body of water, Caspian means “From Qazvin, Iran” and is most thought of a name due to C.S. Lewis’ book Prince Caspian
Cassius
Of Latin origin meaning “vain”
Castle
Derived from the English French word castel, Castle means “fortified building or set of buildings”
Cavanaugh (cava(a)-nagh)
An Irish name meaning “follower of Kevin”
Cecil
An English name meaning “blind to one’s own beauty”
Cedric
A British name meaning “kindly, loved” made popular by Sir Walter Scott’s character in the book Ivanhoe
Cedar
A gender-neutral name of American origin in honor of the cedar tree
Chadrick
A German name meaning “battle warrior”
Chaim (hah-yeem)
Meaning “life” of Hebrew origin, popular among those with Jewish heritage
Chamberlain
A popular surname, Chamberlain is of French origin and means “occupational name for an official in charge of the private chambers of his master”
Chance
An English name meaning “fortune, luck”
Chandler
A gender-neutral name of English origin meaning “candle maker”
Charlie
Derived from the root name Charles, of English origin meaning “free man”
Chas
A diminutive of Charles, meaning “free man”
Chase
An English name meaning “hunter”, also short for Chauncey
Chesney
Yes, nab the surname of Kenny Chesney! This English/Irish/French name began as a topographical description for someone who lives by an oak tree, from the Old French chesnai which means “oak grove”
Chet
Diminutive of Chester, an English name meaning “fortress, camp”
Christian
A name of English origin meaning “follower of Christ”
Christopher
Of Greek origin, Christopher means “Christ-bearer”, also spelled Cristopher
Churchill
An English surname meaning “church on the hill”, most well known because of the 1940-1945 Prime Minister Winston Churchill
Ciaran (KEE-ran)
Of Irish origin meaning “black”
Clark
A name of English origin meaning “clerk”, made popular as a first name in honor of actor Clark Gable and superhero Clark Kent
Clay
An English name meaning “clay worker”
Claude
Made popular by Claude Monet, this name of Latin origin means “lame”
Clem
An English name meaning “gentle, merciful”, often shorte for Clement or Clemente
Clive
An English name meaning “cliff dweller”
Clyde
A place name inspired by the Scottish river that flows through Glasgow, also means “warm, caring, friendly”
Cody
An English/Irish/Gaelic name meaning “helpful”
Cohen
Of Hebrew origin, Cohen means “priest”, alternate spelling of Kohen
Colby
A name of both Norse and English origin meaning “dark haired” and “swarthy person’s settlement”,
Cole
Of French origin meaning “charcoal”
Coleman
Referring to one with an occupation relational to charcoal
Colin (KOH-lin or KAH-lin)
Irish, Gaelic, and Scottish name meaning “young creature”
Colson
A variation of Coulson and Cole, Colson is a French name meaning “charcoal”
Colt
Of British origin meaning “young horse, frisky”
Colter
Similar to Colt, Colter is of Old English origin meaning “colt herd”
Colton
Meaning “coal town” of English origin
Connolly
An Irish surname meaning “brave, wise”
Connor
An Irish name meaning “hound lover”, also spelled Conner, Coner, Konnor, Konner
Conan
Meaning “wolf, high”, Conan is of Irish/English/Gaelic origin and is well known due to TV host Conan O’Brien
Constantine
A Latin name meaning “constant, loyal”
Cooper
A unisex name meaning “barrel maker” of British origin
Corbin
An English surname meaning “raven, crow”
Cormack
Meaning “impure son” and “chariot driver”, Cormack is of Irish origin, the Gaelic variation is more commonly spelled Cormac or Cormick
Cornell
A French and English name derived from Cornelius meaning “horn”, also a place name
Cornelius
A name of Latin origin meaning “horn”
Cory
A British and Irish name meaning “hollow”
Courage
A virtue name meaning “strength to withstand fear” of English origin
Cove
A name of English origin meaning “a small coastal inlet”
Coyote
In honor of the fierce animal, Coyote is of Native American origin, specifically Aztec
Crane
In honor of the bird, Crane is of British origin and means “long-necked bird”
Crash
Alongside Wilder and Danger, Crash is a strong word name of American origin
Cray
A Scottish surname meaning “rock”
Creed
Of Latin and English origin meaning: “belief, guiding principle”
Crew
Meaning “chariot” and of Welsh/Latin origin
Crosby
The Irish name Crosby means “village with crosses”, also an ode to the series Parenthood and its character of the same name, Crosby Braverman
Crusoe
After Robinson Crusoe, this name of English origin came to be known as a “solitary castaway”
Cruz
A Spanish and Portuguese name meaning “cross” made popular by David and Victoria Beckham’s son
Cullen
Of Irish and Gaelic origin, Cullen means “good looking lad, handsome”
Curtis
Meaning “courteous, polite,” Curtis is of English and French origin
Cyan
A color name evoking calm and meaning “greenish blue”, also consider color names Celadon and Cerulean and the simple nickname Cy
Cylar
A spin on the traditional Tyler, Cylar does not yet have a known meaning
Cyrus
Of Persian origin meaning “lord”
