Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CALLEN
FeminineUncommon Irish name meaning 'devoted to God', derived from the ancient Irish name Callán and popularized during medieval times by Norman invaders in England.
CALLEN
MasculineUnique Irish name derived from the ancient surname O'Cathalain, meaning 'little warrior' or 'war chief', signifying bravery and valor.
CALLETANA
FeminineItalian name derived from 'calletto', meaning 'little rooster', popular among medieval Italian nobility.
CALLETANO
MasculineCaletano is a rare Spanish given name originating from the historic city of Calatayud, meaning "Fortress of Ayud".
CALLEY
FeminineEnglish given name derived from the Old English word 'cald', meaning 'cold', though unrelated to weather or temperature.
CALLI
FeminineGreek-origin name meaning "beautiful.
CALLIA
FeminineUnique Greek-derived name that means "beauty," representing elegance and grace throughout history.
CALLIAH
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew name derived from 'Kallah', meaning 'bride' or 'wife', and associated with strength, grace, and beauty.
CALLIANA
FeminineElegant Latin name meaning "cup" or "husk," historically associated with the Roman goddess Caelia and Saint Calliana, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century.
CALLIANDRA
FeminineUnique, Greek-derived feminine name that signifies 'beautiful flowers'.
CALLIANN
FeminineIntriguing Irish name derived from Cailín, meaning 'little girl' or 'strength', offering a unique blend of charm and history.
CALLIANNA
FeminineRare, captivating female name of Latin origin, derived from "calyx," meaning "cup" or "shell." Initially used as a variant of Calix, it evolved into a distinct name associated with early Christianity and notable families in Italy and Spain during the Middle Ages.
CALLIANNE
FeminineUnique French name derived from "châline," meaning "little calf" or "young cow," coined by Marcel Proust in his novel "À la recherche du temps perdu.
CALLIDORA
FeminineUnique Greek name that combines "kallos" (beauty) and "dora" (gift), translating to "beautiful gift". It is rich in history, associated with the Greek goddess Flora, symbolizing renewal, beauty, and fertility. Though rare, this captivating name offers an enchanting connection to Greek mythology.
CALLIE
MasculineGreek-derived feminine name meaning 'beautiful', derived from 'kallos'.
CALLIE
FeminineGreek-derived girls' name that means "beautiful".
CALLIEANN
FeminineUnique, unisex Scottish name derived from Gaelic "Cailean," meaning "strife" or "combat.
CALLIEGH
FeminineAmerican given name created by author Anne Rice for her Vampire Chronicles series, evoking feelings of elegance and mystery despite its lack of clear historical or linguistic meaning.
CALLIEJO
FeminineRare first name of unknown origin and meaning, with theories suggesting it's either an invented name or a variant spelling of another name.
CALLIEMAE
FeminineGreek-origin name derived from 'kallima', meaning 'most beautiful'. The addition of the suffix '-ae' enhances its feminine appeal. It conveys elegance and uniqueness without being overly common.
CALLIN
MasculineCallin, of Greek origin, signifies 'beautiful victory'.
CALLIN
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning 'beauty' or 'fair-haired', originating from ancient Greece and Rome during the classical period, traditionally used for both boys and girls.
CALLIOPE
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning 'beautiful-voiced,' associated with Calliope, the Muse of epic poetry in Greek mythology.
CALLIS
MasculineRare Greek-derived name meaning "beauty".
CALLISA
FeminineCaptivating Greek name meaning "beauty" or "fair-haired girl.
CALLISON
FeminineDistinctive unisex name of American origin, derived from the Old French word 'caillet' meaning 'little stick or twig'. Despite its roots, Callison is not associated with any specific plant or tree and has evolved into a captivating name standing on its own merit. Its meaning is open to interpretation, often associated with resilience, growth, uniqueness, and individuality.
CALLISSA
FeminineLatin-origin female name that means "most beautiful". It is a variant of Calissa, derived from 'calix', meaning 'chalice' or 'cup'. Influenced by the Italian island of Calissa, it has gained recent popularity in English-speaking countries but remains uncommon, with no specific cultural traditions associated.
CALLISTA
FeminineGreek-origin feminine name meaning 'most beautiful', used as an epithet for Hera and popularized by Saint Callista.
CALLISTER
MasculineRare Scottish male given name derived from the surname Caledistir, possibly signifying fair hair.
CALLISTO
FeminineRare and striking Greek name derived from 'Kallisto', meaning "most beautiful", with a mythological history featuring transformation and celestial reunification.
CALLISTO
MasculineRare Greek name meaning "most beautiful," derived from kallistos, associated with elegance in history despite its tragic mythological figure.
CALLON
MasculineUnique Scottish male name with a historical precedent, originating from the Gaelic word 'cailleach', meaning 'hag' or 'old woman'.
CALLOWAY
FeminineUnique American given name derived from an old English surname meaning 'round hill' or 'cool hill'. Popularized by jazz legend Cab Calloway, it is often associated with creativity and charisma.
CALLOWAY
MasculineUnique Irish first name derived from 'Ó Colm Bháine', meaning 'descendant of the white-haired one'.
CALLUM
MasculineScottish name derived from 'Cailleach', meaning 'old woman', yet it has been predominantly used as a boy's name in Scotland for generations.
CALLUM
FeminineScottish boy's name originating from the Gaelic word 'cailleach', meaning 'old woman'.
CALLUNA
FeminineFemale given name of Latin origin, derived from the plant Caluna vulgaris (ling heather). It means 'little bush' or 'heath'.
CALLY
FeminineRare Scottish name derived from "Cailleach," meaning "old woman" but also associated with fertility goddesses in Scottish folklore. Popularized by Sir Walter Scott's novel, it remains unique yet appealing due to its rich cultural heritage.
CALLYE
FeminineScottish name variant of Callie or Calley, derived from the Gaelic "cailleach", meaning "old woman" or "hag".
CALLYN
MasculineIrish unisex name meaning "beauty" or "fair-haired".