Female and male names most popular from last year - page 411.
Caylen
Irish boy's name derived from the surname O'Cathalain meaning "descendant of Cathalán," which relates to battle or fight. It has evolved into a given name over time, gaining some popularity recently despite its rarity.
Caylie
Distinctive American name created by Stephen King in his novel "Christine," with possible meanings of 'strong' or 'celestial'.
Caz
Uncertain origin, potentially deriving from French or Spanish names like Cazeau or Casa, or Basque surnames such as Cassidy meaning 'curly-headed'. Despite its ambiguous beginnings, Caz has been used for both boys and girls in various cultures throughout history.
Cereniti
Original, exotic given name with unknown origin and meaning, making it a unique choice unassociated with any specific traditions or cultures.
Channon
Uncommon Irish given name derived from the ancient Irish surname O'Catháin, originally meaning "little wren" or "little bird," symbolizing charm and delicacy.
Charny
French surname originating from Burgundy's Charnay-les-Chalon town, notably associated with the influential House of Charny during the Hundred Years' War. While not directly translated, it evokes power, strength, and noble lineage.
Chidubem
Igbo name meaning 'God has granted my wish,' reflecting deep religious faith.
Chinedu
Igbo male name from Nigeria, combining 'Chi' (God) and 'Ndu' (people), meaning "God's People".
Chrishell
Unique American female name derived from Greek elements "Christ" and "Shell", meaning 'bearer of Christ'.
Christal
English name derived from the Middle English word 'crustall', meaning 'crystal'. Its popularity as a girl's name has grown in recent years despite lacking direct biblical reference, though it may be inspired by the phrase "as crystal" used several times throughout the Old Testament.
Christel
German-origin unisex name derived from 'Christkindl', meaning 'little Christmas child'.
Christen
Unique Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "Kristr," meaning "Christian." It was popular among Viking people during the Middle Ages in Scandinavia and has since evolved into a unisex name with global distribution, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to other Christian-inspired names.
Christoph
German male given name derived from the Greek 'Christophoros', meaning 'bearer of Christ'. It combines 'Christos', meaning 'anointed' or 'messiah', with '-phoros', signifying 'bearing' or 'carrying'. The name has been popular in Europe for centuries and is associated with Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers.
Chrome
Modern masculine given name derived from the Greek word 'chroma', meaning 'color'.
Chrystian
Distinctive Greek male given name derived from "Christos," meaning "anointed." It has historical roots in the Byzantine Empire, evolving globally over centuries while retaining unique significance.
Cianni
Rare Italian female given name derived from "ciano," meaning "light blue" or "sky blue," and related to "cielo," meaning "sky." It may also be a variant of Gianna, meaning "God is gracious.
Clayson
English given name originally derived from the occupational surname Clayson, signifying a person who worked with clay or was the son of such an individual.
Cleveland
The name Cleveland originates from Old English words "clif" meaning "cliff," and "land" meaning "land." Its literal meaning is "land by the cliff.
Clodagh
Irish feminine given name derived from 'Clodaigh', meaning 'famous war', inspired by Saint Clodagh, an early Christian saint known for her devotion and faith.
Coast
Unique English given name with no specific meaning or history, but it may be inspired by the aesthetic appeal of coastlines.
Cobi
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "intercalation," referencing the thirteenth day of Adar Sheni in the Jewish leap year calendar.
Courtlynn
American name derived from 'court' meaning 'short' and 'lynn' from Irish Ó Lochlainn, 'descendant of the Norse man'.
Covey
Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'cova', meaning 'hollow' or 'dome-shaped'. It originally referred to a bird tender or hunter in medieval England, later becoming popular as a distinctive name choice in the United States during the 20th century.
Credence
Uncommon English given name derived from the Latin 'credere', meaning 'to believe'. It has long been associated with trust and confidence.
Crispin
Unique Latin-origin name meaning 'curl' or 'curly', derived from the Roman family name Crispinus and associated with the Christian martyrs Saints Crispin and Crispinianus.
Crosley
Unusual English name derived from 'cros', meaning 'cross'. Originally a surname indicating residence near a cross or place called Crossley, it has since evolved into several variants like Crosby and Croxall, all sharing the same origin and meaning. Despite its literary appearance in Richard Yates' "A Good School", Crosley remains relatively uncommon as a given name today.
Cub
Latin-origin boy's name derived from "cubus," meaning "cube," symbolizing stability and endurance.
Daelin
Distinctively modern female name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'edge' or 'point', adapted from the male Viking name Ægil.
Daemian
Distinctive name of Greek origin, meaning 'spirit' or 'deity', associated with ancient Greek mythology and believed to have guarded individuals with guidance and protection.
Dahab
Arabic female name meaning 'golden', symbolizing wealth and beauty.
Daina
Daina, a Lithuanian name meaning 'enchantment', evokes magic and charm.
Daiya
Japanese name meaning "large house" or "great home," derived from the words "dai" (大) and "ya" (屋). Historically given to children of prominent families for prosperity, it conveys strength, wisdom, and dignity. Today, Daiya is a popular unisex name in Japan and beyond.
Dalaya
Distinctive Sanskrit name meaning "goddess of the universe," carrying ancient Hindu mythological significance and conveying power, grace, and wisdom.
Dalet
Hebrew letter equivalent to English 'D', significant in Jewish tradition for starting the second verse of the Torah.
Dalette
Unique female name of Yoruba origin from West Africa, derived from "Dolapo" meaning "the encounter with wealth or prosperity.
Dalexa
Invented girl's name of unknown origin, gaining popularity for its uniqueness and open-ended interpretation.
Daliana
Captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'valley' or 'dale', inspired by the Roman goddess Diana.
Daly
Uncommon yet distinctive Irish first name derived from the ancient surname O'Dalaigh, meaning 'bold' or 'fierce' in Old Gaelic.
Damere
Unique African given name of Yoruba origin, meaning "to cause patience" or "to make calm," derived from the elements "Da" (patience) and "Mere" (cause).
Damia
Rare yet captivating female name with Latin roots, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue', suggesting calmness and harmony. Originating in medieval Europe, particularly France, it evokes nobility and grace.