Female and male first names beginning with the letter “C”..
CRAYTON
MaleUnusual English given name with no historical roots, created in modern times as a distinctive choice.
CREA
FemaleRare and unique name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting Latin ('to create') or Basque roots, or even a shortened form of Creative/Creature. First used in the late 19th century, its meaning varies based on interpretation but often conveys creativity or personal significance.
CREAD
MaleUncommon yet significant Irish name derived from the surname O'Croidhe, meaning "descendant of Cridhe," an ancient chief whose name means "heart" or "courageous heart.
CREASIE
FemaleUnconventional modern name of unknown origin, often associated with the names Grace or Cassandra, but without definitive evidence.
CREASON
MaleRare, recent invention with unknown origins and no known meaning.
CRECENCIO
MaleUnique Spanish name with Latin roots meaning 'to create'.
CREDA
FemaleCreeda is a rare female name of Latin origin, derived from 'credere', signifying faith or trust.
CREDELL
MaleRare, distinctive given name with unknown origins; its meaning remains shrouded in mystery.
CREDENCE
FemaleRare English given name derived from the Latin "credentia", meaning "belief" or "faith".
CREDENCE
MaleUncommon English given name derived from the Latin 'credere', meaning 'to believe'. It has long been associated with trust and confidence.
CREE
FemaleRare yet powerful name of Native American origin, derived from the Cree people, Canada's largest First Nations group, known for their rich culture and history as hunters and gatherers.
CREE
MaleUnique American given name derived from the Cree people, an indigenous culture with significant contributions to North America's history.
CREED
FemaleUnusual yet powerful male given name of English origin, derived from Old French and Middle English words for "faith" or "belief.
CREED
MaleEnglish given name of unique origin meaning 'belief' or 'faith', derived from Middle English "creede".
CREEDAN
MaleUncommon Irish given name derived from 'Cridhean', meaning 'spear' in Gaelic.
CREEDANCE
FemaleUncommon American given name popularized by John Fogerty's band Creedence Clearwater Revival; its meaning remains unclear but may suggest faith or unity.
CREEDANCE
MaleUnique American given name, associated with faith or belief, and popularized by the rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival in the 1960s-70s.
CREEDE
MaleUncommon given name of American origin, derived from the Colorado town named after prospector Nicholas Creede. It evokes the rugged spirit of the American West despite lacking a specific meaning.
CREEDEN
MaleUncommon Irish given name derived from the Old Norse "Kreidinn", meaning "bright" or "famous".
CREEDENCE
FemaleEnglish given name of recent origin, derived from Middle English 'credense', meaning "belief". It gained popularity in the 1960s, possibly influenced by the band Creedence Clearwater Revival.
CREEDENCE
MaleUncommon English given name derived from Middle English 'credense', meaning 'faith'. It gained popularity through American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival.
CREEDON
MaleUncommon Irish surname that means "descendant of Hardy.
CREEDYN
MaleDistinctive American name, potentially derived from 'Creed' meaning belief and 'Ryan' meaning little king.
CREEK
MaleDistinctive unisex name of Native American origin, derived from the Muscogee (Creek) tribe, meaning 'readers' or 'writers'.
CREEL
MaleUncommon Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Cribín, meaning "descendant of Cribín," originally located in County Tyrone.
CREG
MaleCregg is an Irish given name derived from the ancient surname Ó Creagáin, meaning 'descendant of Creagán,' which translates to 'speckled' or 'mottled.' It originates from County Roscommon and was borne by a influential clan known for their scholarship and political acumen.
CREGG
MaleUncommon yet striking Irish given name derived from the surname MacCreagh, meaning 'son of Raith' (mighty or powerful).
CREIG
MaleUnique Scottish given name that derives from the Gaelic word 'creag', meaning 'rock'.
CREIGH
MaleUnique Scottish name derived from the surname Craig, meaning "rock" or "crag," and was originally used as a habitational name. Now typically given to boys but can also be used for girls, Creigh has a strong sound reflecting its rocky origins.
CREIGHTON
FemaleIrish origin given name derived from the Gaelic surname "O'Criodain," meaning "descendant of Criodan" which translates to "speckled" or "freckled.
CREIGHTON
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English "creu," meaning "crow." It originally denoted someone living by a creek and was later established as a Scottish Clan name.
CREO
MaleLatin-derived name, meaning 'to create' or 'bring into being', suggesting creativity and innovation.
CREOLA
FemaleRare African American given name with unclear but rich historical significance.
CREOLIA
FemaleRare yet captivating feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Creta (Crimea), meaning "crest" or "summit," with the suffix "-lia" denoting land or relation to Creta.
CREON
MaleRare but historically significant name of Greek origin, derived from "kréōn," meaning "to strain" or "to sieve." It gained prominence through Sophocles' tragedy "Antigone," where Creon was the king of Thebes.
CREOSHA
FemaleRare Greek-derived given name meaning 'death', coined by American author George R.R. Martin for his fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire.
CRESCENCIA
FemaleUnique Latin-origin name meaning 'to grow', popular among Spanish-speaking communities and associated with abundance and prosperity.
CRESCENCIO
MaleThe name Crescencio originates from Latin 'crecescere,' meaning 'to grow' or 'increase.'
CRESCENT
FemaleFrench unisex name derived from "crescent," meaning "waxing moon." It also relates to Latin "crescere," meaning "to grow.
CRESCENTIA
FemaleUnique and elegant name derived from the Latin word 'crescere', meaning 'to grow'. It signifies growth, abundance, and prosperity, and was popular in the Middle Ages to symbolize potential for success.