Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CARLILE
MasculineRare English given name derived from the Old Norse personal name Karlfríðr, meaning "peaceful man," popularized by notable figures like Richard Carlile and Neko Case.
CARLIN
MasculineDistinctive French given name derived from the ancient Germanic Carl, meaning "strong man" or "free man.
CARLIN
FeminineGerman-origin given name, derived from "Karl," meaning "strong" or "free man." It has been associated with strength and leadership throughout history, most famously by Charlemagne, King of the Franks. Today, it remains a popular global choice despite its Germanic roots.
CARLINA
FeminineItalian female given name derived from Latin 'carulus', meaning "little beloved" or "darling".
CARLINDA
FeminineUnique Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements "Karl" meaning "strong" or "free man," and "inda" meaning "kind" or "gentle," resulting in the interpretation "strong and kind" or "free-spirited gentle soul.
CARLINE
MasculineRare Latin-derived feminine name meaning "dear" or "beloved", historically popular during the medieval period for daughters of noble families.
CARLINE
FeminineFrench-derived feminine given name meaning 'dear noble one' or 'beloved strong one', with roots in Latin and Germanic elements.
CARLING
FeminineRare Scandinavian given name derived from the Old Norse personal name Carl, meaning "freeholder" or "strong".
CARLIS
FeminineLatin-origin unisex name meaning 'little strong', popularized in ancient Rome and now uncommon yet distinctive.
CARLIS
MasculineKasey is an English unisex given name with Irish origins, derived from the surname Casey, which is an anglicized form of Cassidy.
CARLISA
FeminineUnique, elegant Latin-derived name meaning "strong" or "freeholder," associated with Charles but used primarily for females since the Victorian era.
CARLISE
FeminineUnique female given name of English origin, derived from the ancient city of Carlisle, which means "fort of Lugus," connecting it to strength, protection, and skill.
CARLISHA
FeminineUnique and beautiful name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'karibu', meaning 'welcome'.
CARLISHIA
FeminineCarlisia is a distinctively American name, likely created by combining Carl and Lisha, though its exact origins are unknown. Its meaning is uncertain but some associate it with the Latin 'carus' (beloved) and English names Lisa or Elizabeth.
CARLISIA
FeminineRare Latin-derived name meaning "from the city of Caralis," an ancient Roman city in Sardinia, Italy. It originated during the Middle Ages as a feminine form of Carlisio, and its rich history and distinctive sound make it an elegant choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name.
CARLISLE
FeminineEnglish given name with Old English roots, meaning 'free woodland clearing', derived from 'car' (free) and 'leah' (woodland). Its use spans centuries, popularized during the Victorian era in Britain.
CARLISLE
MasculineEnglish name derived from 'carol' (strong) and 'leah' (wooded clearing), meaning 'strong wooded clearing.'
CARLISS
MasculineRare, unique Scandinavian name derived from "karl" meaning "strong man" and "iss", a diminutive suffix.
CARLISS
FeminineAmerican given name created by author Stephen King for his 1983 novel "Christine." Though it has no traditional meaning or history, its association with popular literature makes it appealing to those seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name.
CARLISSA
FeminineRare yet captivating female name of African origin, derived from Karissa or Carolus meaning "strong," popularized in the 20th century among African Americans despite its elusive historical record.
CARLISSIA
FeminineRare yet powerful Latin-derived female name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', originating from medieval Europe.
CARLITA
FeminineCarlita, derived from the German Karl via Spanish Carla, means "strong" or "powerful" in Spanish, reflecting determination and resilience.
CARLITHA
FeminineRare yet beautiful Malagasy female name meaning "the beloved child.
CARLITO
MasculineCaptivating name of Latin American origin, specifically from Cuba, where it serves as a diminutive form of Carlos or Carlo. It means "freeholder" or "strong," derived from Germanic elements "caro" meaning "strong" and "-mann" meaning "man.
CARLITOS
MasculineSpanish diminutive of Carlos, meaning 'free man' or 'strong', derived from the German Charles.
CARLITTA
FeminineRare and elegant Italian female given name derived from the masculine name Carlo, meaning "strong" or "freeholder". It was created by adding the feminine suffix "-tta", originating during the Renaissance period in Italy when many new names were coined due to cultural and artistic flourishing. Despite its Italian roots, Carlitta has not gained widespread use but remains a charming choice for parents seeking an elegant and distinctive name for their daughter.
CARLIYAH
FeminineAmerican name that likely emerged in the early 2000s as a blend of popular names like Carl and Liya, although its origins and meanings are not definitively known.
CARLLA
FeminineUnique, captivating Spanish name meaning "strong" or "powerful", derived from Carlota, a feminine form of Carlos.
CARLLEEN
FeminineAmerican name created from the sitcom "I Dream of Jeannie," combining characters Carlena and Blair. It's mystical and enchanting due to its association with magical genies.
CARLLENE
FeminineUncommon female name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the blend of Caroline and lene, potentially signifying strength and light.
CARLO
MasculineItalian male name derived from Latin Carolus, meaning "freeholder" or "strong".
CARLO
FeminineItalian masculine given name derived from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man" or "strong".
CARLON
FeminineLatin-origin name that means "strong" or "powerful", derived from the Latin word "carulus".
CARLON
MasculineDistinct given name of Latin origin, derived from "carolus," meaning "strong" or "freeholder." Popularized by Charlemagne in the Middle Ages, it has been worn by notable figures like Carlon de Tiro, an Italian scholar. Despite its rich history, it remains uncommon today, with only five boys named Carlon born in the U.S. in 2019.
CARLOS
MasculineSpanish masculine given name derived from the Iberian-Celtic word "caros" meaning "strong", "powerful" or "victorious".
CARLOS
FeminineSpanish name derived from Carl, which means "freeholder" or "strong.
CARLOSADRIAN
MasculineUnique Spanish name derived from Carlos ('free man' or 'strong') and Adrian ('dark' or 'swarthy').
CARLOSALBERTO
MasculineCarlos Alberto is a unique male name of Spanish origin, composed of 'Carlos', meaning "strong" or "powerful", and 'Alberto', meaning "noble" or "bright".
CARLOSANTONIO
MasculineCarlos Antonio is a Spanish name composed of Carlos, meaning "strong" or "free man," and Antonio, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy.
CARLOSDANIEL
MasculineDistinctive name of Spanish origin, combining 'Carlos', meaning "freeholder" or "strong", and 'Daniel', meaning "God is my judge".