Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "C" .
6667 names found
Charlotte
Classic and feminine French-origin name derived from "Charlote," meaning "free man" or "strong." It has been popular among royalty historically and remains so today due to its timeless appeal.
Camila
Latin feminine given name meaning 'free born', derived from the Roman family name Camillus, which originally meant 'attendant' or 'helper'.
Chloe
Female given name of Greek origin, meaning 'blooming' or 'growing in prosperity.'
Carter
Modern classic English unisex given name derived from the medieval occupational surname 'carter', meaning 'cart driver' or 'goods transporter'.
Caleb
Hebrew name meaning 'devotion' or 'faithfulness', derived from the word 'kav-el' which translates to 'to bind together'. It is inspired by Caleb, one of the twelve spies in the Old Testament who demonstrated unwavering faith and devotion to God.
Cooper
English occupational name, derived from 'cooper,' meaning barrel maker.
Charles
Classic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.
Christopher
English name derived from Greek Christophoros, meaning "bearer of Christ." It honors Saint Christopher, a giant who carried people across rivers, including once Jesus in the form of a child. This legendary tale associates the name with travel and protection against sudden death. The name has been popular since medieval times and continues to be recognized as a classic choice for boys.
Cameron
The name Cameron originates from Scotland and means "crooked nose," yet it's beloved worldwide for its historical significance and association with bravery.
Christian
Unisex given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," derived from the word "christianus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become one of the most common names worldwide.
Colton
English name derived from Old English words "col" meaning "coal" or "black," and "tun" meaning "settlement," translating to "settlement by the coal mine." Traditionally given to boys born into coal mining families, this strong and distinctive name suggests resilience and determination. Despite its historical roots, Colton is suitable for any boy whose parents appreciate its unique origin and meaningful qualities.
Carson
American given name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Carse, meaning 'fortified place'. Traditionally a male name, it has also been used for females in recent years. It gained popularity as a boy's name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries in the U.S., with notable bearers including Carson Palmer and James Mattis. The name has also been used as a surname by families like the Carsons of Virginia during America's colonial period.
Claire
French female given name dating back to the Middle Ages, meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
Caroline
Feminine given name of Latin origin that means "strong" or "vigorous.
Connor
Connor: An Irish origin name, derived from "Conchobhar" meaning 'hound' or 'strong-willed warrior', popularized by Saint Conan & high kings of Connacht.
Cora
The feminine given name Cora, of Latin origin, signifies 'crown' or 'wreath', often associated with royalty.
Clara
Feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'clear' or 'bright', derived from the Latin word 'clarus'.
Carlos
Spanish masculine given name derived from the Iberian-Celtic word "caros" meaning "strong", "powerful" or "victorious".
Calvin
Latin name meaning "bald" or "chronic," first used in the Middle Ages and popularized during the Puritan era.
Chase
English name derived from the surname 'Chase', meaning 'to pursue' or 'in pursuit', originally given to inhabitants of hunting grounds.
Cole
English name derived from Middle English "col", meaning charcoal, once used as a nickname for those with dark hair or complexion. It has also been linked to Old Norse personal name Kóli, given to Christmas-born children.
Charlie
Unisex given name of German origin, meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder,' popularized by figures like Charlie Chaplin and Charlie Parker.
Charlie
Centuries-old English unisex name derived from the German "Karl", meaning "strong" or "free man".
Cecilia
Feminine given name of Latin origin derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, which means "blind". It has been popular throughout history and across different cultures, notably due to Saint Cecilia, a 2nd-century Christian martyr whose feast day is celebrated on November 22nd. In England, the name began appearing in records as early as the 12th century and remains popular today, with variations including Cecile, Cece, Cici, and Zelie.
Camden
English name derived from 'Cædmunt', meaning 'freeholder' or 'warlike'. It gained popularity as a given name after being used as a surname, and is associated with the city of Camden, New Jersey.
Catalina
Distinctive, Spanish-origin name derived from 'catullus', meaning 'little cat'. It gained prominence during medieval Spain, associated with Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and has been popularized by historical figures like Catherine of Aragon.
Caden
American-origin first name created by author Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series, with no explicit meaning but associated with "little warrior" (Irish) or "battle" (Welsh), becoming popular in recent years.
Callie
Greek-derived girls' name that means "beautiful".
Callum
Scottish name derived from 'Cailleach', meaning 'old woman', yet it has been predominantly used as a boy's name in Scotland for generations.
Cohen
Hebrew-derived name originally used for priests descended from Aaron, now widely recognized as a Jewish surname and increasingly popular as a boy's given name.
Crew
Unique and unconventional given name with no established origin. It may derive from nautical terms or English surnames like Crew or Crewe.
Colt
American origin, derives from Old English 'colt', meaning young male horse, or Scottish Gaelic 'coileach', signifying 'cock' or 'rooster'. It gained prominence through Samuel Colt's firearms company.
Collins
Scottish surname derived from the ancient Celtic tribe Coll, meaning "small hill" or "hollow," with notable bearers in history and literature like Michael Collins and Mrs. Bennett in Pride and Prejudice.
Cade
Irish name of Gaelic origin, meaning "formidable in battle," derived from the elements "cath" (battle) and "aidh" (formidable).
Camille
French female given name derived from 'camel', meaning 'freeholder', popularized through 18th-century literature like Bernardin de Saint-Pierre's novel 'Camille'.
Cash
Distinctive American given name derived from the English word 'cash', first used in the late 20th century, possibly inspired by famous personalities like Johnny Cash or the trend of using occupational terms as names.
Celeste
Celeste, of Latin origin meaning 'of the sky' or 'heavenly', was first used as an Italian surname before becoming a popular given name throughout history.
Cyrus
Ancient Persian name meaning "throne" or "king", famously held by Cyrus the Great who founded the Achaemenid Empire around 576 BCE.
Cody
American given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname 'Ó Cuidighthigh', meaning 'descendant of Cuidighthach'. It became popular in the U.S. during the mid-20th century.
Clayton
English given name derived from the occupational surname 'Clay', meaning 'from the clay lands'.