Female and male first names beginning with the letter “C”..

Catrin is a Welsh female given name meaning 'battle', derived from the word 'cat'.

Catrina is a unique female name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "catarrhus," meaning "downpour" or "storm," and associated with the Roman goddess Cata who controlled weather.

Catrinia is a unique Latin-derived name meaning "pure" or "innocent," popular among medieval nobility for its associations with purity and virtue, evolving globally while maintaining its original significance.

Catrinna is a unique Welsh name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', popularized by legendary Welsh princesses known for their beauty and virtue.

Catriona is a unique Scottish feminine name derived from the Gaelic word 'caitrìona', meaning 'pure' or 'chaste'.

Catrisha is a unique and captivating girls' name with origins traced back to Latin 'Catherine', meaning "pure", or Arabic 'Katra', meaning "sacred".

Cattalaya is a distinctive Spanish name derived from the Catalan word 'català', meaning 'Catalan' or 'from Catalonia'. It signifies pride in Catalan culture and history.

Cattleya is an uncommon yet distinctive female name of Latin American origin, derived from the botanical genus Cattleya, which encompasses the vibrant Orchidaceae family native to Central and South America. The name, named after Miss Catherine Cattley by English botanist John Lindley, has no specific meaning beyond its floral roots but carries an association with beauty and exoticism thanks to the stunning Cattleya orchids it shares a name with.

Cattibrie is an uncommon yet intriguing female name of Latin origin, derived from 'cattiva' meaning 'evil', though it's often linked to charm and elegance.

Cattie is a unique female given name of Scottish origin derived from Catriona, meaning "pure" or "innocent".

Cattina is an Italian given name with a unique origin. It traces back to 'cattiva', meaning 'bad' or 'wicked', but is often used endearingly rather than reflecting character. As a diminutive of Cattarina, it stems from Latin Catharina via Saint Catherine of Alexandria.

Cattleya is a distinctive and elegant female name derived from the Greek word 'kattos' meaning cat, originally used to denote a genus of orchids introduced to Europe by British botanist William Cattley in the early 19th century.

Caty is a shortened form of Catherine, a Latin name meaning "pure" with origins tracing back centuries.

Catya is a distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'k'tzarah', meaning 'candle' or 'light'.

Caudie is a rare French-origin given name derived from the word 'caude', meaning 'tail'.

Cawanda is an uncommon yet significant African name, derived from the Yoruba word 'ka', meaning 'to open' or 'reveal'. It holds historical importance in Yoruba culture, often given to children born during life's transitions.

Cawanna is an African American-origin given name believed to have emerged in the early 20th century Southern United States. Its meaning, often associated with the crow's cry "caw," may signify boldness or pride. Though its history is not extensively documented, it was popular among African American families mid-century and may have originated from the French name Corinne or been inspired by crows' calls. Today, Cawanna remains a rare yet meaningful choice for parents honoring their African American heritage or appreciating its distinctive sound and potential meanings.

Cay is a rare French given name derived from the word "cai," meaning "to shine" or "to glitter," symbolizing brightness and radiance.

Caya is a rare Spanish female name derived from 'caña', meaning 'reed' or 'cane', symbolizing flexibility and resilience.