Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .
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CHARMAGNE
FeminineRare, French-derived given name meaning "open country," inspired by the Champagne region renowned for its sparkling wine.
CHARMAIGNE
FeminineRare French-derived given name created by John Galsworthy for his novel "The Forsyte Saga". It means 'charming' and evokes elegance and sophistication.
CHARMAIN
FeminineCharming English given name derived from the French 'charmante', meaning 'charming'. It signifies elegance and grace.
CHARMAINE
MasculineCaptivating French-origin female name, derived from 'charme' meaning 'charm', evoking grace and beauty.
CHARMAINE
FeminineFrench-derived feminine name meaning 'charming', first popularized by American author Fannie Hurst in her 1916 novel "Back Street". It signifies grace and elegance.
CHARMAN
FeminineUnique, uncommon French given name derived from 'charme,' meaning 'charm' or 'enchantment.'
CHARMANE
FeminineCaptivating French-origin female name derived from 'charmant', meaning 'charming'.
CHARMARIE
FeminineFrench-derived name meaning 'charming', with roots tracing back to medieval France where it was used as a term of endearment.
CHARMAYNE
FeminineRare yet captivating American female name, derived from "char" meaning 'charming' and "mayne" signifying 'strong as a bear', thus conveying the essence of both charm and strength.
CHARME
FeminineFrench origin and means "charm" or "attractiveness".
CHARMECIA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived feminine name meaning "song" or "poem," coined in the late 19th century, and is often associated with music and creativity.
CHARMEKA
FeminineDistinctive Nigerian Igbo name meaning "God is beautiful," reflecting the desired grace and charm for daughters.
CHARMEL
FeminineFrench-derived name that means "song" or "hymn," coined by François-René de Chateaubriand in his novel "René." It signifies elegance, grace, and charm due to its musical origins.
CHARMELL
FeminineModern female given name derived from 'charming', meaning pleasant or agreeable, combining elements of Charlotte with '-ell'.
CHARMELLA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning 'song' or 'hymn', associated with charm and grace.
CHARMELLE
FeminineUnique feminine name of French origin, meaning "garden" or "enchantment".
CHARMEN
FeminineUncommon, exotic name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the French word "charmant," meaning charming, or a variant spelling of Carmen. It has been used for both boys and girls throughout history, with one notable bearer being 19th-century French actress Charmen la Bretonne. Despite its unclear beginnings, Charmen's uniqueness makes it an intriguing name choice today.
CHARMI
FeminineBeautiful Sanskrit female name that means "beautiful" or "graceful".
CHARMIA
FeminineUnique feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "carmen" meaning "song" or "poem". Popularized by British poet laureate Robert Bridges in his collection "The Testament of Beauty", this captivating name evokes creativity and artistic talent.
CHARMIAN
FeminineLatin-derived feminine name meaning 'little song' or 'little chant'.
CHARMICA
FeminineHebrew-derived female name meaning 'song of charm', its rarity adds to its captivating allure.
CHARMIE
FeminineRare but charming French given name meaning "charming," derived from the word "charmant.
CHARMIKA
FeminineDistinctive Indian female given name derived from Sanskrit 'Charmi', meaning 'song' or 'poem'.
CHARMIN
FeminineFrench name of Occitan origin, derived from "carmin," meaning "reddish brown." It was traditionally given to those with reddish-brown hair or as a symbol of loyalty in medieval Occitania. Today, it's recognized internationally, carrying connotations of warmth, loyalty, beauty, charm, and grace.
CHARMINE
FeminineFrench name composed of "charme" meaning charm/enchantment and "-mine," a diminutive suffix, translating to "little charmer" or "enchantress.
CHARMING
MasculineEnglish name meaning 'attractive' or 'captivating', derived from the Middle English word 'charme', and has been used as a given name since the late 19th century.
CHARMING
FeminineEnglish origin, means 'pleasing, delightful, or fascinating'. It has gained popularity in recent years as a unique unisex choice.
CHARMION
FeminineDistinctive Latin female name meaning 'song' or 'harmony,' inspired by Greek mythology's sea nymph accompanying Poseidon.
CHARMISA
FeminineUncommon name of unknown origin, recently coined for its uniqueness.
CHARMON
FeminineRare French given name derived from the Latin word "carmen," meaning "song" or "poem." It's associated with music, art, and creativity.
CHARMONIQUE
FeminineCaptivating French-origin name derived from 'charmant,' meaning charming or attractive.
CHARNA
FeminineCaptivating female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'movement' or 'flow', signifying grace and fluidity. In Hinduism, Charna is one of the primary forms of Goddess Saraswati, embodying dynamic creativity.
CHARNAE
FeminineCharnae, derived from Swahili 'charana', means 'to admire' or 'to respect.'
CHARNAI
FeminineCharnay is a rare French first name, derived from the Burgundian surname Charnay, possibly related to the French word 'charnière', meaning 'hinge'.
CHARNAY
FeminineRare French given name derived from the Gaulish word "Carnacum," meaning "enclosed" or "fortified.
CHARNAYE
FeminineRare French given name, potentially derived from "charne" meaning 'flesh', or as a variant of the occupational surname 'Charnay'. Its origins and true meaning remain unclear.
CHARNE
FeminineRare French given name coined by author André Gide in his novel 'The Immoralist', derived from the French word 'charnière' meaning 'hinge'. It's believed to symbolize flexibility and adaptability.
CHARNEA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning 'little dear' or 'darling', inspired by ancient Roman historical figure Carina.
CHARNECE
FeminineRare, distinctive African American given name believed to be created from the West African name Charice and European naming traditions. Its meaning may derive from Latin 'Carina' ('beloved') or African 'Charity' ('kindness').
CHARNEE
FeminineCharné is a French-derived feminine name meaning 'flesh' or 'carnal', symbolizing beauty, strength, resilience, vitality, joy, and warmth of life. Historically popular among French nobility, notable bearers include Charné de Ronsard and Charné de Guise.