Female and male names starting with the letter "C" .

The name Cherokee originates from the Native American Cherokee tribe, meaning 'people of a different speech.'

Native American origin name meaning 'People of a different speech,' reflecting the unique language of the Cherokee tribe.

Distinctive African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'strong', reflecting hopes for the child's future power and influence.

Unique and exotic female given name of unknown origin, occasionally used throughout history with no established meaning or history.

Rare Hebrew name derived from 'cheres', signifying protection and guardianship.

Uncommon unisex name of African origin, derived from the French 'Chérie' meaning 'darling', thus conveying 'little darling' or 'beloved one.'

African American given name derived from the Swahili word 'cheronge', meaning 'calm'. It was created during the Civil Rights Movement to celebrate African heritage.

Uncommon African American name, possibly derived from the Greek 'charon', signifying the mythical ferryman of the underworld.

Arabic name meaning "dawn," symbolizing new beginnings and hope. It was one of Allah's 72 names in Islamic culture and has been associated with historical figures like Cherra Fatima al-Fihri, the founder of the University of Al-Karaouine.

African name from the Bamileke people of Cameroon, meaning "peace" or "tranquility," symbolizing hope for a peaceful life.

Unique, beautiful name of unknown origin, often associated with nature and reminiscent of 'cherry' or 'chérie', French for 'darling'. Its musical quality makes it appealing despite no clear etymology.

Unique African-American name derived from the Arabic Karima, meaning 'generous and noble'.

Rare yet captivating name of African American origin, created by blending Cheryl and Carl. Its meaning, while not definitively known, could be interpreted as 'strong free spirit' based on its component parts.

African American female given name derived from Cheryl ("beloved") and Michelle ("who is like God?"), signifying "beloved who is like God.

Uncommon yet compelling female name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Italian 'cerro' meaning 'little cherry', or a variant spelling of Cherry. It evokes sweetness and beauty.

Cherrica, of African origin, means "queen" or "ruler", embodying power and leadership.

Unique girls' name of unknown origin, possibly derived from 'Cheryl' and 'Rice', or as a variant of French 'Chéris'. First popularized in mid-20th century US, it lacks specific historical significance.

Cherry is a charming and unique American girl's name derived from the sweet red fruit. It evokes imagery of vibrant colors and sweetness.

English origin, combining Charlotte meaning 'free man' and Cheryl derived from 'sweet cherry', creating a distinctive name reflecting sweetness and charm.

Cherriell is a unique American girl's name created by author Edna Ferber for her 1929 novel "Cimarron," with its meaning speculative but often associated with sweetness and harmony due to its components 'cherry' and 'bell.'

Chherrilyn is an American-originated name created by combining Cheryl ("dear") and Marilyn ("smooth sea").

Unique American feminine name created by blending Cheryl, meaning 'beloved', and Lynn, derived from Welsh Ellen meaning 'beautiful'.

Unique American girls' name derived from 'cherry', symbolizing sweetness, beauty, and temptation.

The feminine given name Cherrish is an uncommon American origin name with a charming sound and attractive appearance. Its exact meaning and origin are not widely documented but some suggest it may be a blend of Cherry (love, good fortune) and Blessing (happiness, prosperity), or a variant spelling of Cherish (to cherish).

Charrisse is a unique French name derived from 'chérir', meaning 'to cherish'. It signifies love and affection, making it an ideal choice for honoring loved ones.

Charming Spanish name meaning "cherry," often associated with the fruit's vibrant red color and delicious taste. It has been traditionally used in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries for centuries.

Rare, distinctive first name of uncertain origin, possibly French or Scottish, or a modern creation. Its meaning is unclear, with no widely accepted interpretations.

Rare African-origin given name derived from the West African tribal name "Charon," meaning "born on Tuesday" or possibly influenced by Latin "charus," signifying "graceful.

Original African American name created in the mid-20th century by combining Cheryl and Rondalee. It's unique and uncommon, with no explicit meaning but often interpreted as 'Dear Dalee'.

English given name derived from the cherry tree, native to Eastern Europe and Western Asia, meaning 'beautiful blossoms'.

English girls' name derived from the cherry fruit, symbolizing spring and beauty, and associated with sweetness and loveliness. It gained popularity recently due to a trend towards unique names.

English blended name combining 'Cherry', symbolizing love and abundance, with 'Anne' or 'Anna', meaning grace or favor, creating a unique and culturally significant moniker.

American coinage by actress Cherrye Wood, sounding like 'cherry', her favorite fruit, with no specific meaning but gaining popularity due to its uniqueness and phonetic similarity to common names like Cherry and Cherish.

Cheryl is a feminine given name of American origin created by combining 'Cheryl' and 'Sherry', both meaning 'darling'. It was popularized in the mid-20th century.

Distinctive name derived from the fruit cherry combined with French 'le', meaning 'the'.

Unique female given name created in the mid-20th century United States by combining 'Cherry' and 'Nell', with no explicit meaning but often associated with positivity and uniqueness.

Distinctive Latin-origin given name derived from "cherubim," meaning celestial guardians in biblical tradition.

Slavic unisex name meaning "red", often associated with precious metals, and popularized internationally by musician Chervon O'Shea of The Cranberries.

Beautiful French female name derived from "chervine," meaning "cowslip" flower, and associated with purity ("chervaigne"). Historically popular in France, especially among rural families, Chervonne is now gaining international recognition as an elegant yet distinctive choice.

French origin, meaning "free man", derived from the Old French word "cheri" meaning "dear".