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

Captivating Spanish female name meaning 'crimson' or 'scarlet', symbolizing passion and royalty.

Unique, Hebrew-origin name meaning 'song' or 'to sing'.

Unique, elegant French-derived name meaning 'carmine' or 'red', inspired by the vivid color of carmine pigment extracted from cochineal insects.

Spanish origin name meaning 'crimson' or 'scarlet', historically used to describe those with red hair or fiery personalities, popularized during the Renaissance period due to its associations with passionate and creative characters.

Elegant and rare Italian female given name, derived from "caro," meaning dear or beloved, and sharing roots with the Latin word "carus." It originated in the Middle Ages as a diminutive of Carmela, itself derived from Carmina, meaning song or poem. Throughout history, notable figures like Carmetta Salvemini have carried this name, making it timeless and appealing across cultures worldwide.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'vineyard' or 'garden', originally derived from the mountain range Carmel in Israel.

Unisex Hebrew name derived from the word "karmel", meaning "vineyard" or "garden". It gained popularity in recent years for both boys and girls despite its ancient origins.

Carmia, of Italian origin, means 'song' or 'hymn', associated with music and art.

Distinctive Scottish given name derived from the surname Carmichael, which means "song of Michael.

Unique Hebrew girls' name meaning "violet" or "dark red", associated with royalty, creativity, and strength. It was also the name of one of King David's warriors in biblical times.

Rare, unisex given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Italian 'song' or Hebrew 'vineyard'.

Carmila, of Italian origin, means 'song' or 'hymn' in Latin and gained popularity through Sheridan Le Fanu's 1872 Gothic novella, although its roots trace back to ancient Roman culture.

Italian female name that generally means 'sweet' or 'cherished', potentially derived from the Latin male name Carmelus, or variant of Carmina meaning 'song'.

Italian name derived from Latin 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'poem', originally referring to magical incantations in ancient Roman culture.

Rare Italian feminine name derived from the Latin word "carmen," meaning "song" or "hymn.

Italian origin name meaning "song" or "chant," traditionally given to boys expected to have strong voices or become singers.

Carmen is a Spanish origin name derived from the Latin word 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'poem'.

Latin-derived female given name meaning 'song' or 'poem,' originating from the Latin word 'cantare.'

Latin-derived female given name whose origin traces back to "carmen," meaning "song" or "poem," combined with "-indy," likely from the Indo-European element "-ind," signifying "fire.

Italian given name derived from the Latin word 'carmen,' meaning "song" or "poem," and also associated with the color crimson.

Italian given name of Sicilian origin that signifies strength and passion. Derived from the Latin word 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'poem', it originally referred to someone musical or poetic but now represents a fiery nature, much like its deep red dye namesake.

Uncommon Italian feminine given name derived from "carminio," meaning "crimson" or "deep red.

Italian boys' name derived from 'carmino', meaning 'song' or 'melody'. Traditionally given to children born into musical families, it has been carried by notable figures like brigand Carmine Crocco and mobster Carmine Tommasicchio throughout history.

Unique African American girls' name created by combining Carmen and Mishael, with no specific meaning but often associated with song and biblical connotations.

Charming Spanish name derived from "carmen," meaning "song" or "poem," with the suffix "-ita" denoting endearment.

Rare Latin-derived given name meaning 'song' or 'hymn', originally used in ancient Rome to denote sacred poetry. Today, it's chosen for its musical connections and unique quality.

Unique Spanish given name derived from "carmín", meaning "red". Traditionally male, it now suits girls too.

Uncommon yet elegant Italian surname derived from the city of Como, with a meaning that reflects its geographical origin but is not explicitly defined.

Rare and captivating Hebrew female given name derived from "karmel," meaning "vineyard" or "garden.

Uncommon yet elegant Irish name derived from "Carmina", meaning "song" or "poem".

Rare French-derived name meaning 'crimson' or 'scarlet', evoking elegance and passion.

Unique Welsh name with interpretations ranging from "song" or "melody" to "freeholder" or "landowner". Despite being relatively uncommon, it has gained popularity in recent years due to its charming sound and distinctive character.

Irish origin, meaning 'little rock', derived from the Irish word 'carran'.

Distinctive Latin-derived given name, originally meaning 'flesh' and popular among medieval Christians.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'carne', meaning 'flesh'. It was occasionally used in medieval England and is now rarely encountered despite its unique, earthy sound.

African Igbo name meaning "happy and joyful," derived from the word "Carne" which means "to make happy.

Unique Latin-derived name originally signifying 'flesh' in ancient Roman times.

Rare Latin-origin female name, potentially derived from the carnation flower or carnelian gemstone, or even the Roman family name Carneolus meaning flesh.

Rare Latin-derived name meaning "strong like a horn," historically used less frequently than its shorter form Cornelius.

English name derived from Old English "carne" meaning 'meat' or 'flesh', and "-ell", indicating a small stream. Its unique meaning, 'small flesh stream', reflects a strong connection to nature and the elements.