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50 Baby Boy & Girl Names That Start With The Letter “C”

Selecting a name for your little one can be both exciting and challenging, with so many options that you can choose from. If you want to give your baby a name that starts with the letter “C”, you’re in luck. There are plenty of names to inspire you. You can choose names that are classic, trendy, unique, or even a bit whimsical. From Cameron to Chloe, Carter to Callie, and Caleb to Clara, the possibilities are endless.

Take a look at our list of 50 baby names that start with the letter “C”  along with their meanings!

50 Baby Boy & Girl Names That Start With The Letter C

Boys:

  1. Cade – Round; barrel
  2. Cadell – Battle spirit
  3. Cadyn – Means ‘fighter’
  4. Caden- Spirit of battle
  5. Caius – A Latin name that means “rejoice.”
  6. Cale – loyalty and love
  7. Caleb – Faithful
  8. Calvin- Bald
  9. Camden– Enclosed valley
  10. Cameron – Crooked nose
  11. Campbell- Crooked mouth
  12. Carlton– Settlement of free peasants
  13. Carson – Son of Carr
  14. Carter- Cart driver
  15. Casey– Brave in battle
  16. Cash – A name that means “money” or “wealth.”
  17. Casper – Meaning “treasurer” or “wealthy man.”
  18. Caspian – Named after the Caspian Sea.
  19. Cecil– Blind one
  20. Cedric – Derived from Welsh, meaning “bounty” or “generous.”
  21. Cesar – Derived from Caesar, meaning “head of hair” or
  22. Chadwick– From the warrior’s town
  23. Chance– Good fortune
  24. Chandler – candle maker, seller
  25. Charles – Manly, strong
  26. Charleson– Son of Charles
  27. Chester – Fortified camp
  28. Christian – Follower of Christ
  29. Christopher – Bearing Christ inside
  30. Clarence – Bright and clear
  31. Clayton — Settlement with good clay
  32. Clinton – Settlement on a hill
  33. Cody – Helpful one
  34. Cohen — Priest
  35. Colby – Dark settlement
  36. Cole – Signifying “victorious” or “people’s victory.”
  37. Coleman – Dove’s meadow
  38. Colin – Youthful victor
  39. Colson – A modern name with uncertain origins.
  40. Conner – Wolf lover
  41. Conrad – A name that means “bold advisor” or “brave counsel.”
  42. Cooper – Barrel maker
  43. Corbin – Signifying “raven” or “dark-haired.”
  44. Corey- Hill hollow
  45. Cormac – Meaning “charioteer” or “son of defilement.”
  46. Craig – Rocky outcrop
  47. Curtis – Polite and courteous
  48. Cyprian – A name that means “from Cyprus.”
  49. Cyril – Masterful ruler
  50. Cyrus – Lord or master

Girls:

  1. Cadence – A musical name representing rhythm and harmony.
  2. Cali – A name inspired by California, meaning “beautiful” or “lovely.”
  3. Calista –  “most beautiful.”
  4. Callidora – Derived from Greek, meaning “gift of beauty.”
  5. Calliope – A Greek name associated with eloquence and beautiful voice.
  6. Calyx – A botanical name referring to the outermost part of a flower.
  7. Camellia – Named after the flower, symbolizing admiration and perfection.
  8. Camilla – Derived from Roman mythology, meaning “virgin of the temple.”
  9. Camryn – A modern variation of Cameron, meaning “crooked nose.”
  10. Caprice – Meaning “whim” or “fanciful.”
  11. Carina – Meaning “beloved” or “dear.”
  12. Carmella –  “vineyard” or “fruitful orchard.”
  13. Caroline –  “free woman.”
  14. Cassandra –  “shining upon men.”
  15. Cassidy –  “clever” or “curly-haired.”
  16. Cassiopeia – Named after a constellation in Greek mythology.
  17. Catalina –  “pure” or “unsullied.”
  18. Catarina – A variation of Catherine, meaning “pure.”
  19. Catherine – A timeless name meaning “pure.”
  20. Catrina – A variation of Catherine, meaning “pure.”
  21. Celeste –  “heavenly” or “divine.”
  22. Celia –  signifies “heavenly.”
  23. Celine –  “heavenly.”
  24. Chantal –  “stone” or “rocky place.”
  25. Charis –  “grace” or “kindness.”
  26. Charlene – A combination of Charles and Elaine, meaning “free spirit.”
  27. Charlotte –  “free man,” this classic name exudes elegance.
  28. Charmaine – signifies “charming” or “delightful.”
  29. Cheyenne – Named after a Native American tribe.
  30. Chloe –  “blooming” or “young green shoot.”
  31. Christa – A variation of Christina, meaning “follower of Christ.”
  32. Christabel – “beautiful Christian.”
  33. Chrysanthemum – Inspired by the flower, symbolizing fidelity and optimism.
  34. Claire –  “clear” or “bright.”
  35. Clara –  signifies “clear” or “bright.”
  36. Clarabelle – A combination of Clara and Belle, meaning “clear” and “beautiful.”
  37. Clarissa – Derived from Clara, meaning “clear” or “bright.”
  38. Clementine – “merciful” or “gentle.”
  39. Colette – Diminutive of Nicole, meaning “victory of the people.”
  40. Colleen – An Irish name that means “girl” or “maiden.”
  41. Constance –  “steadfast” or “faithful.”
  42. Cora –  “maiden” or “heart.”
  43. Coralia – associated with coral reefs.
  44. Coraline –  inspired by coral, symbolizing the sea.
  45. Cordelia –  “heart” or “daughter of the sea.”
  46. Corinne – Derived from the Greek word for “maiden.”
  47. Cosette – Derived from French, meaning “little thing.”
  48. Cressida – A name with Greek origins, meaning “gold.”
  49. Cydney – A variant of Sydney, meaning “wide island.”
  50. Cyndi – A diminutive of Cynthia, meaning “moon goddess.”

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Lisa Arneill

Founder of Growing Your Baby and World Traveled Family. Canadian mom of 2 boys, photo addict, lover of bulldogs, and museumgoer. Always looking for our next vacation spot!

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