Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CRAYTON
MasculineUnusual English given name with no historical roots, created in modern times as a distinctive choice.
CREA
FeminineRare and unique name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting Latin ('to create') or Basque roots, or even a shortened form of Creative/Creature. First used in the late 19th century, its meaning varies based on interpretation but often conveys creativity or personal significance.
CREAD
MasculineUncommon yet significant Irish name derived from the surname O'Croidhe, meaning "descendant of Cridhe," an ancient chief whose name means "heart" or "courageous heart.
CREASIE
FeminineUnconventional modern name of unknown origin, often associated with the names Grace or Cassandra, but without definitive evidence.
CREASON
MasculineRare, recent invention with unknown origins and no known meaning.
CRECENCIO
MasculineUnique Spanish name with Latin roots meaning 'to create'.
CREDA
FeminineCreeda is a rare female name of Latin origin, derived from 'credere', signifying faith or trust.
CREDELL
MasculineRare, distinctive given name with unknown origins; its meaning remains shrouded in mystery.
CREDENCE
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from the Latin 'credere', meaning 'to believe'. It has long been associated with trust and confidence.
CREDENCE
FeminineRare English given name derived from the Latin "credentia", meaning "belief" or "faith".
CREE
MasculineUnique American given name derived from the Cree people, an indigenous culture with significant contributions to North America's history.
CREE
FeminineRare yet powerful name of Native American origin, derived from the Cree people, Canada's largest First Nations group, known for their rich culture and history as hunters and gatherers.
CREED
FeminineUnusual yet powerful male given name of English origin, derived from Old French and Middle English words for "faith" or "belief.
CREED
MasculineEnglish given name of unique origin meaning 'belief' or 'faith', derived from Middle English "creede".
CREEDAN
MasculineUncommon Irish given name derived from 'Cridhean', meaning 'spear' in Gaelic.
CREEDANCE
FeminineUncommon American given name popularized by John Fogerty's band Creedence Clearwater Revival; its meaning remains unclear but may suggest faith or unity.
CREEDANCE
MasculineUnique American given name, associated with faith or belief, and popularized by the rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival in the 1960s-70s.
CREEDE
MasculineUncommon given name of American origin, derived from the Colorado town named after prospector Nicholas Creede. It evokes the rugged spirit of the American West despite lacking a specific meaning.
CREEDEN
MasculineUncommon Irish given name derived from the Old Norse "Kreidinn", meaning "bright" or "famous".
CREEDENCE
FeminineEnglish given name of recent origin, derived from Middle English 'credense', meaning "belief". It gained popularity in the 1960s, possibly influenced by the band Creedence Clearwater Revival.
CREEDENCE
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from Middle English 'credense', meaning 'faith'. It gained popularity through American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival.
CREEDON
MasculineUncommon Irish surname that means "descendant of Hardy.
CREEDYN
MasculineDistinctive American name, potentially derived from 'Creed' meaning belief and 'Ryan' meaning little king.
CREEK
MasculineDistinctive unisex name of Native American origin, derived from the Muscogee (Creek) tribe, meaning 'readers' or 'writers'.
CREEL
MasculineUncommon Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Cribín, meaning "descendant of Cribín," originally located in County Tyrone.
CREG
MasculineCregg is an Irish given name derived from the ancient surname Ó Creagáin, meaning 'descendant of Creagán,' which translates to 'speckled' or 'mottled.' It originates from County Roscommon and was borne by a influential clan known for their scholarship and political acumen.
CREGG
MasculineUncommon yet striking Irish given name derived from the surname MacCreagh, meaning 'son of Raith' (mighty or powerful).
CREIG
MasculineUnique Scottish given name that derives from the Gaelic word 'creag', meaning 'rock'.
CREIGH
MasculineUnique Scottish name derived from the surname Craig, meaning "rock" or "crag," and was originally used as a habitational name. Now typically given to boys but can also be used for girls, Creigh has a strong sound reflecting its rocky origins.
CREIGHTON
MasculineEnglish name derived from Old English "creu," meaning "crow." It originally denoted someone living by a creek and was later established as a Scottish Clan name.
CREIGHTON
FeminineIrish origin given name derived from the Gaelic surname "O'Criodain," meaning "descendant of Criodan" which translates to "speckled" or "freckled.
CREO
MasculineLatin-derived name, meaning 'to create' or 'bring into being', suggesting creativity and innovation.
CREOLA
FeminineRare African American given name with unclear but rich historical significance.
CREOLIA
FeminineRare yet captivating feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Creta (Crimea), meaning "crest" or "summit," with the suffix "-lia" denoting land or relation to Creta.
CREON
MasculineRare but historically significant name of Greek origin, derived from "kréōn," meaning "to strain" or "to sieve." It gained prominence through Sophocles' tragedy "Antigone," where Creon was the king of Thebes.
CREOSHA
FeminineRare Greek-derived given name meaning 'death', coined by American author George R.R. Martin for his fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire.
CRESCENCIA
FeminineUnique Latin-origin name meaning 'to grow', popular among Spanish-speaking communities and associated with abundance and prosperity.
CRESCENCIO
MasculineThe name Crescencio originates from Latin 'crecescere,' meaning 'to grow' or 'increase.'
CRESCENT
FeminineFrench unisex name derived from "crescent," meaning "waxing moon." It also relates to Latin "crescere," meaning "to grow.
CRESCENTIA
FeminineUnique and elegant name derived from the Latin word 'crescere', meaning 'to grow'. It signifies growth, abundance, and prosperity, and was popular in the Middle Ages to symbolize potential for success.