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

Rare Scottish given name of Gaelic origin, derived from 'Mac Eòin', meaning 'son of John'.

Rare English given name of Scottish and Norman origin, meaning "chain" or "link", possibly referencing family connections or derived from the place name Achany.

Uncommon yet elegant English female given name, believed to have originated from the Old English word 'ceap', meaning market or trade, though its etymology remains uncertain.

American name with unclear origins but growing popularity; it may be inspired by the Native American Cheyenne tribe yet lacks definitive evidence for this connection.

The name Cheyrl is uniquely crafted with an invented origin, holding a personalised meaning reflecting its creators' values.

Rare, unique given name of unknown origin, first popularized in the US during the late 20th century. Its meaning and history are undocumented, contributing to its mysterious appeal.

Distinctive French name derived from the Occitan word 'ches', meaning 'house'. Originally a surname, it has evolved into a unisex given name.

Unique French given name derived from the word 'chez' meaning 'at home', often associated with hospitality and warmth.

Captivating African name derived from Swahili meaning "to play.

Rare Hebrew female name meaning "radiant," associated with the astrological sign of Leo and popular in Jewish culture during the Middle Ages.

Distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'chesed', signifying kindness.

Unique, captivating name of unknown origin, created by parents seeking distinctive names; while its meaning is undefined, some associate it with 'enlightenment through playfulness'.

Elegant Italian name derived from "casa," meaning "house." It signifies warmth, comfort, and familial love, often associated with being grounded in one's heritage.

Italian given name derived from "crescere," meaning "to grow.

The name Chezkel originates from Hebrew, meaning "God will strengthen." It combines "El" (God) and "Chezek" (to be strong). In the Bible's Old Testament, Chezkel was a Levite gatekeeper during King David's reign. Today, it remains a unique Jewish and Christian given name.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God will remember," derived from the word "zech.

Uncommon English first name derived from Middle English Chesney, itself originating from Old French 'chesne' meaning 'oak tree', signifying strength and endurance.

Middle Eastern name derived from Arabic "Chazni," meaning "the singer" or "the musician.

French name derived from Chesne, meaning 'oak tree', symbolizing strength and resilience.

Chinese name meaning "wise idea," gaining worldwide popularity despite its uniqueness.

Chinese origin, pronounced 'chee', and represents stillness or calmness as one of the Eight Trigrams. In Vietnamese culture, it means 'elder sister'.

Charming Japanese name derived from the word 'chia', referring to tiny green seeds, with significant cultural meaning as it's associated with energy or life force.

Chinese name derived from '茈', meaning 'vegetation' or 'grass', symbolizing growth and vitality, and often associated with prosperity and abundance.

Igbo name from Nigeria that combines "Chia" meaning "God hears" and "goziem" meaning "it has happened," signifying "God hears and it has happened.

Japanese unisex name originating from 'chiai' (thousand autumns) and 'ki' (season/goal), signifying abundance and success.

Italian name derived from "chiamo," meaning "I call," often used as a shortened form of Chiara, meaning "clear" or "bright." It has been popular in Italy for centuries, notably during the Renaissance era.

Igbo name from Nigeria that means "God is magnificent.

African name from Nigeria's Igbo people, meaning "I have encountered God," derived from "Chia" (God) and "Manda" (I have encountered).

Italian origin, derived from the Greek word 'Kheiron,' meaning 'handsome' or 'hawk.' It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and is associated with Italian culture and heritage.

Chiana, of Italian origin, means 'clear' or 'bright', symbolizing positivity.

African name from Cameroon's Bamileke people, meaning "God answered my prayers.

Elegant Italian name meaning "clear" or "distinct," derived from the Italian word "chiano." It signifies clarity, distinctiveness, and uniqueness.

Rare and beautiful Chinese name derived from 'qían', meaning 'pure'.

Italian name derived from "ciano," meaning blue, thus translating to "blue like the sky.

Italian name meaning 'blue-green', popularized by TV but timeless in sound.

The French name Chiant, derived from 'chiant' meaning 'boring' or 'annoying', is rare yet has historical figures like Jean-Baptiste Chiant, offering an intriguing connection to French culture despite its unusual meaning.

The French-origin given name 'Chiant' surprisingly means 'displeasing', likely used ironically in the past.

Italian name derived from the Chianti region in Tuscany, Italy, meaning "of or belonging to the clan," and is famously associated with high-quality wine since the Middle Ages.

Etruscan origin name meaning "shout or sing," derived from the ancient city of Clusium (now Chiusi), and popularized during medieval times due to the fame of Chianti wine region in Tuscany, Italy.

Elegant Italian female name meaning "clear" or "bright," derived from the Latin word "claro.