Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CARISMA
FeminineItalian female name derived from 'carisma', meaning 'charisma' or 'gift of grace'. It originally referred to exceptional qualities and divine favor in ancient Greek and Christian contexts, conveying unique charm and magnetism today.
CARISS
FeminineLatin origin, derived from 'caritas', meaning charity or love.
CARISSA
MasculineItalian name derived from "carisimo," meaning "beloved." It gained international recognition through celebrities like Carissa Pavone and Carissa Capewell.
CARISSA
FeminineCharming Greek-derived name meaning 'grace' or 'charm', popularized by historical figures like Carissa of Alexandria, and now widely used in English-speaking countries.
CARISSE
FeminineRare French-derived given name, meaning "dear" or "beloved" in Occitan, historically used for both males and females but now predominantly female-associated.
CARISSIA
FeminineItalian feminine given name derived from "carisimo", meaning beloved or dearly loved, expressing deep affection.
CARISTA
FeminineRare Greek female given name meaning 'beloved', popularized in ancient Greece as an epithet of Aphrodite and also used among Nereids in Greek mythology.
CARITA
FeminineRare Spanish female name meaning "little face" or "little soul," symbolizing kindness and tenderness.
CARITINA
FeminineItalian feminine given name with a historic origin dating back to ancient Rome. It signifies kindness, generosity, and love towards others.
CARIYA
FeminineRare, beautiful Sanskrit name derived from "karu," meaning "dark," associated with Hindu goddess Karuna, symbolizing compassion.
CARIYAH
FeminineUnique African American girl's name derived from Arabic "karima," meaning generous or noble.
CARIZMA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning "gift" or "grace," often associated with charisma and charm. It has gained popularity recently but remains relatively rare.
CARL
MasculineGerman-origin name meaning "free man" or "strong," popularized by historical figures like mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss and botanist Carl Linnaeus, and remains a classic choice worldwide despite fluctuations in popularity.
CARL
FeminineGermanic name derived from Old Norse 'Karl', meaning "strong" or "freeholder".
CARLA
MasculineHistoric Italian feminine name derived from Latin 'carulus', meaning 'strong' or 'vigorous'.
CARLA
FeminineItalian female name derived from Carl, meaning "strong" or "free man". It signifies strength and independence.
CARLAN
FeminineRare, historically significant French given name derived from the Breton language, meaning 'harmony' or 'balance.'
CARLAN
MasculineRare Welsh name derived from "Carlawn", meaning "strong in battle". It was traditionally given to children born into families valuing bravery and strength, with notable figures like Carlan ap Einion bearing this name during Wales' medieval period.
CARLANA
FeminineItalian origin female name derived from 'carla', meaning 'strong' or 'free'.
CARLAND
MasculineCaranell is an uncommon Irish given name derived from "caran," meaning "little dear one." It originally served as an affectionate term for children, evolving into a unisex name over time.
CARLANN
FeminineUncommon Irish girl's name meaning 'graceful song' or 'beautiful chant'.
CARLANTHONY
MasculineAmerican given name combining Carlos (Spanish, "freeholder" or "strong") and Anthony (Latin, "highly praiseworthy"), potentially meaning "strongly praised." Its origin and history are not extensively documented.
CARLAS
MasculineDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning "strong" or "freeholder," first used in medieval Spain and now popular worldwide. Notable bearers include philosophers Karl Marx and Charles Darwin, as well as King Charles I of England.
CARLAS
FeminineDistinctive Spanish name with multiple interpretations. It can mean 'freeholder', 'strong' or 'beloved'. Its rich history includes notable figures like King Carlas III.
CARLASIA
FeminineUnique unisex name of Latin origin, derived from "carulus" meaning "strong" or "powerful". It signifies strength, power, and determination, reflecting the courageous and resilient individuals it has historically represented.
CARLAYA
FeminineRare and exotic African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "beauty and wealth," it's believed to be one of the daughters of Oya, the orisha of wind and change in Yoruba mythology.
CARLAYSIA
FeminineLatin-derived name composed of 'Carla', meaning "strong", and 'Laysia', a variant of the Greek 'Laia', meaning "cheerful".
CARLE
MasculineCarl is a Germanic masculine name derived from Old Norse 'Karl', meaning 'strong' or 'free man'. Popularized by Charlemagne, it has been worn by notable figures like mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss and poet Carl Sandburg.
CARLE
FeminineCarl is a German-origin name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', derived from the Germanic element 'karal'. It has been widely used throughout Europe since the Middle Ages.
CARLEA
FeminineCarlea, of Latin origin, means 'dear' or 'beloved', conveying affection and warmth.
CARLEAH
FeminineHebrew-origin name meaning 'song' or 'poem', reflecting creativity and music, and honored in religious traditions.
CARLEAN
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning 'song' or 'hymn', conveying musicality and joy.
CARLECIA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived female name meaning "strong" or "free man," independently created in recent years for its elegant sound and appearance, although not historically documented.
CARLEE
FeminineAmerican origin unisex name, created from combining Carl ("free man") and Lee ("graced by God"), gaining popularity since the 1970s despite having no official meaning.
CARLEE
MasculineAmerican female name with limited recognition, created by combining Carol ('freeholder' or 'strong') and Lee ('clearing', 'meadow', or 'plum').
CARLEEN
FeminineDistinctive female name created by Ernest Hemingway in his novel "The Garden of Eden," combining Catherine ("pure") and Helen ("torch").
CARLEENA
FeminineRare Scandinavian unisex name with ancient Viking roots, meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder', reflecting independence and power.
CARLEENE
FeminineUncommon name of unknown origins, possibly derived from Scottish Carlina or Italian Carlena, and potentially a variant of German Carline.
CARLEI
FeminineItalian name of Germanic origin, derived from 'Carlini' meaning 'son of Carlo', itself signifying 'free man' or 'strong'.
CARLEIGH
FeminineAmerican-originated name created in the early 20th century as a feminine form of Carleton, meaning "freeholder's land" or "strong".