Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CARLOSE
MasculineCarlos is a Spanish name meaning "strong" or "powerful," popularized by Spanish kings like Carlos I and II.
CARLOSEDUARDO
MasculineItalian name with German roots, composed of 'Carlo' meaning 'strong' and 'Eduardo' meaning 'guardian of prosperity.'
CARLOSJAVIER
MasculineCarlos Javier is a Spanish name composed of two elements: 'Carlos' from Germanic 'Charles', meaning 'free man', and 'Javier', derived from Basque 'Etcheberri', meaning 'new house'. This name gained popularity due to Saint Francis Xavier, a co-founder of the Jesuits.
CARLOSJR
MasculineCarlos Jr is a distinctive name derived from the Spanish Carlos, meaning 'strong', and followed by Jr indicating 'junior'.
CARLOSMANUEL
MasculineDistinctive Spanish name composed of "Carlos," meaning "strong" or "freeholder," and "Manuel," meaning "God is with us." Together, it translates to "God is with the strong one." This name has a rich history in Spain, associated with powerful figures like Carlos Manuel II, the last King of Portugal. Today, it is less common but still beloved among Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.
CARLOSS
MasculineStrong and powerful name of Spanish origin, derived from Latin "Carolus," meaning "strong" or "powerful." It was popularized by historical figures like Charlemagne and Spanish royals such as King Carlos I. Today, Carloss is internationally recognized with increased usage worldwide.
CARLOTA
FeminineElegant and charming Spanish name, derived from Carlos, meaning "strong helmet" or "freeholder". It has been popular among Spanish royalty and has international appeal as Charlotte in French and English.
CARLOTTA
FeminineDistinctive Italian girl's name with roots in the German male name Karl, meaning "strong" or "free man".
CARLOTTE
FeminineFrench feminine given name derived from "carole," meaning "song" or "dance.
CARLOUS
MasculineUncommon Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'karl', meaning 'free man' or 'strong man'.
CARLOYN
FeminineCarolyn is an English name with Old German roots, meaning 'freeholder' or 'strong,' derived from the feminine name Karl.
CARLSON
MasculineScandinavian male given name derived from the Old Norse personal name Karlsefni, meaning 'strong son'.
CARLSTON
MasculineRare but meaningful Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements, translating to "strong like a stone.
CARLTON
FeminineEnglish name derived from 'car' (strong) and 'tun' (settlement), translating to "strong farm" or "hardy settlement." It was initially a medieval English surname before evolving into a given name, popularized in the mid-20th century United States for both boys and girls.
CARLTON
MasculineEnglish name derived from the Old English word 'carte,' meaning 'strong' or 'brave.' It originally served as a surname for people living near Carlton, North Yorkshire, but has evolved into a unisex given name over centuries.
CARLUS
MasculineRare Latin-origin given name historically known as 'little heart' or 'beloved'.
CARLUS
FeminineRare Latin male given name meaning "strong" or "freeholder," popularized during the Middle Ages by notable figures like Charlemagne.
CARLVIN
MasculineDistinctive African American name created by combining "Carl," meaning "strong" or "free man," with "Vin," signifying "friend" or "victory.
CARLY
MasculineEnglish girls' name derived from Carl, which means "free man.
CARLY
FeminineEnglish name that originated from the Old German word "Karl," meaning "freeholder" or "strong." It was initially used as a male name before becoming more commonly associated with females in recent years.
CARLYANN
FeminineUncommon yet lovely Irish name derived from the surname 'O'Carroll', meaning 'descendant of Cearbhall', itself signifying 'little dark one'.
CARLYE
FeminineUnique female name of Scottish origin derived from the surname Carlyle, which means "strife" or "war," yet it carries elegance and sophistication.
CARLYLE
MasculineScottish unisex name meaning "from the strong hill," first used historically as a surname before becoming popular as a given name.
CARLYLE
FeminineScottish given name originally derived from an occupational surname meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', popularized in the late 19th century by historian Thomas Carlyle.
CARLYN
MasculineUnique feminine given name of Welsh origin, derived from 'carreg', meaning 'rock' or 'stone', signifying strength and endurance.
CARLYN
FeminineWelsh female given name derived from the word "carreg," meaning rock, with a strong and steadfast connotation.
CARLYNE
FeminineFrench-origin female name derived from Caroline, meaning "freeholder" or "strong," and associated with Charles. It's a unique yet elegant choice for daughters.
CARLYNN
FeminineEnglish name created from combining "Carl" (meaning 'free man' or 'strong') and "lynn" (denoting a location near a hill).
CARLYON
FeminineCornish name derived from the village of Carlyon near St Austell, meaning "settlement of the free men" or "settlement of the warriors.
CARLYROSE
FeminineUnique French name derived from 'Caroline' (meaning 'strong' or 'free') and 'Rose' ('flower').
CARLYSE
FeminineUnique American girls' name created from Carol and Elizabeth, conveying musical piety; it's relatively rare but held by notable figures like Carly Schroeder and Carly Rae Jepsen.
CARLYSHA
FeminineUnique and beautiful feminine name of African American origin, derived from the combination of Carl (meaning "free man" or "strong") and Jessica (meaning "God sees"), with an added "y" for femininity. Its meaning can be interpreted as "Free and strong woman whom God sees".
CARLYSIA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning "hinge" or "doorbolt," symbolizing strength and adaptability.
CARLYSLE
MasculineDistinctive English given name derived from the surname Carlysle, which originated in Scotland or Northumberland. It means 'freeholder' or 'one who owns land'.
CARLYSSA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived girl's name meaning "reddish brown," originating as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in recent years.
CARLYSSIA
FeminineModern, unique female name of unknown origin, believed to be a blend of Carl and Lisa, gaining popularity for its distinctive sound and association with creativity and individuality.
CARMA
FeminineLatin-derived name, meaning 'song' or 'chant', originally used in ancient Rome likely for its musical connotation.
CARMAH
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning 'garden' or 'orchard', symbolizing growth and beauty, with historical ties to the tribe of Judah.
CARMALA
FeminineLatin-derived name meaning 'song' or 'hymn', originating from the Roman word "carmen". It was popular among nobility during the Middle Ages and remains unique yet elegant today.
CARMALENA
FeminineCaptivating female name of Spanish origin, derived from Carmela which means "garden" or "dear little garden".