Female and male first names beginning with the letter “C”..
CARNELL
FemaleAfrican-derived name of Yoruba origin, meaning "strength" or "power," popularized by celebrities like Carnell Lake and Young Thug.
CARNELLA
FemaleItalian-derived name meaning "little meat" or "small piece of flesh," historically used as a term of endearment for young girls, particularly in southern Italy's Campania and Sicily regions.
CARNES
MaleEnglish name originally derived from 'carne', meaning 'meat', used as a nickname for those involved in the meat trade.
CARNESHA
FemaleUncommon American given name invented by Alice Walker for her novel "The Color Purple".
CARNESHIA
FemaleCarneshia, of African American origin, is a blend of Lena Horne and Eartha Kitt's names, embodying elegance, talent, and strength, and often associated with positivity, creativity, and independence.
CARNETTA
FemaleAfrican-derived female name meaning 'generous' or 'noble', popular among African Americans since the mid-20th century.
CARNEY
FemaleIrish given name derived from 'Ó Catharnaigh', meaning 'descendant of little champion'.
CARNEY
MaleUncommon English given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Cearnaigh, which means 'warlike' or 'valiant'.
CARNIE
MaleUncommon English given name derived from the Middle English word 'carny', meaning 'strong' or 'brave'.
CARNIE
FemaleRare Scottish given name derived from the Irish surname Ó Cearnaigh, meaning "little rock" or "rocky".
CARNISHA
FemaleCaptivating African-origin name derived from the Swahili word 'karinasha', meaning 'to have joy'.
CARNITA
FemaleCharming and distinctive female given name of Latin origin, derived as a diminutive form of Carolina meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder,' with '-ita' signifying smallness or endearment.
CARO
MaleItalian female name derived from Carlo, meaning 'free'.
CARO
FemaleItalian name meaning "dear" or "beloved," often used as a term of endearment and sometimes as a shortened form of Carlo.
CAROL
FemaleUnisex English given name originating from the male name Caroline, itself derived from the Latin Carolus meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder'.
CAROL
MaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the masculine name Carolus/Karolus, meaning "strong" or "freeholder".
CAROLA
FemaleItalian feminine given name derived from 'caro', meaning dear or beloved, and was likely created as a female counterpart to Carlo, itself derived from the Germanic Karl.
CAROLAN
FemaleUnique Irish origin given name derived from the surname Ó'Carrollain meaning "descendant of Cearbhall" or "little hardy one".
CAROLANN
FemaleStriking Irish name derived from Caoilfhionn, meaning 'fair-haired'.
CAROLANNE
FemaleFrench-derived female name meaning "strong" or "freeholder," originally from the male name Carolus.
CAROLAY
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Occitan 'Carulus,' meaning 'little beloved one.'
CAROLD
MaleCarold is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name Karl, meaning "freeholder" or "strong." This historic name has been associated with strength, courage, and independence, famously held by Charlemagne, also known as King Carolus Magnus. Still popular today, particularly in Scandinavia, Carold carries a rich historical legacy.
CAROLDEAN
FemaleAmerican-blend girl's name, coined in the 20th century from Caroline ('strong') and Dean ('leader').
CAROLDINE
FemaleRare, distinctive female name of Latin origin, derived from the male name Carolus meaning "strong" or "freeholder". Popularized during the Middle Ages for kings and noblemen, it evolved into a female given name over time.
CAROLE
FemaleFeminine name of French origin, derived from Charles meaning "free man" or "strong". First used as a female name in France during the Middle Ages, Carole gained popularity worldwide with notable figures like Carole Lombard and Carole King.
CAROLE
MaleLatin-derived feminine name meaning "strong" or "freeholder".
CAROLEA
FemaleUncommon yet intriguing Latin-derived name meaning "of the heart," associated with the Roman goddess Cardea who safeguarded doors and thresholds.
CAROLEANN
FemaleUnique American feminine given name derived from Carol ('song') and Anne ('grace'), carrying elegance and versatility.
CAROLEE
FemaleModern American feminine name variant of Carol, meaning 'strong in battle'.
CAROLEEN
FemaleRare French female given name derived from "carole," meaning dance, with an interpreted meaning of "strength in dance" or "free dancer.
CAROLEENA
FemaleCharming French-origin name derived from "carole," meaning a traditional circle dance, combined with the feminine suffix "-ina." It evokes images of grace and joy, without any specific symbolism beyond its association with dance.
CAROLEN
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "freeholder" or "strong," derived from the male name Carolus.
CAROLENA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating Italian name derived from "carola," meaning "song" or "dance." It historically signifies joy, celebration, and creativity while carrying rich cultural significance in Italy.
CAROLENE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from "carole," meaning "dance" or "round dance.
CAROLETTA
FemaleItalian name derived from Carlotta, meaning "freeholder" or "strong," associated with European nobility like Maria Carolina of Naples.
CAROLETTE
FemaleUnique French feminine given name derived from "carole," meaning a circular dance, and believed to be a variant of Charlotte or diminutive of Caroline. It was popular in France during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
CAROLGENE
FemaleUnique, feminine variant of Charles, meaning "strong" in Latin.
CAROLIE
FemaleCharming French name derived from 'carole', meaning 'circle' or 'round dance'. It's a feminine form of Carole, which originated from Charles, a German name meaning 'free man'. Carolie is notable for its historical figures and offers an appealing blend of uniqueness and familiarity.
CAROLIN
FemaleDistinctive Germanic given name derived from Carolus, meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder', associated with females in recent years, popularized by historical figures like Charlemagne and celebrated worldwide today despite variations in spelling across cultures.
CAROLINA
MaleItalian feminine name derived from 'caro' meaning dear or beloved, with '-ina' being a Latin diminutive suffix.