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Naming a baby girl can be delightful and tricky at the same time when you have plenty of options to choose from. Baby girl names that start with letter C open a new world with each carrying its special charm, history, and meaning. These names are taken from various cultures, languages, and customs, and include the traditional and timeless names to the novel and modern ones. Names beginning with this letter have religious associations ranging from St. Catherine of Siena to St. Christina of Bolsena (1) (2). The letter C defines a versatile, competent, and skillful person. Those with this initial in their names are believed to be kind, gentle, and generous with their money. They want to be successful in whatever they do and work hard to achieve their goals. Girls whose names start with C are especially likable because they are charming, easygoing, and great conversationalists. Their articulate nature and excellent communication skills inspire and motivate people. They even try to find areas where they can utilize their talents best. Loyalty is extremely important for a C person. They are loyal, and they expect it in return. The letter C is equivalent to three in numerology. People with this number are driven by intuition and thrive on change, even if it sometimes seems intimidating. On the downside, C people can become aggressive when hurt. They even take too much on their plate at once and may not even finish what they start. So if you want your daughter to grow up with these same or similar skills, go for a name beginning with the letter C. Choose from the below list of names that represent varied positive attributes such as power, knowledge, kindness, beauty, and grace. You may also give your daughter's name a personal touch by infusing it with their ideals.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| |  Unisex | Ropemaker; Rope seller | |
| | Unisex | Lovable | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Mysterious; Intriguing | |
| |  Girl | Daughter of vukan | |
| | Unisex | A place where things are stored | |
| | Girl | Desirable and prestigious woman | |
| | Unisex | Desert plant | |
| | Unisex | Rhythm; Flow; Musical beat | |
| | Girl | A free woman | |
| | Girl | Woman born in Candlemas | |
| | Girl | Rhythmic person | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow; Falling | |
| | Girl | Rhythmic woman | |
| | Girl | Pure-hearted woman | |
| | Girl | Pure woman | |
| | Unisex | Warrior; Strong; Protector | |
| | Girl | She who is pure | |
| | Unisex | A luxury car brand | |
| | Unisex | Spirit of battle; Fighter | |
| | Girl | A flow of sounds that has rhytm | |
| | Girl | Girl with good rhythm | |
| | Girl | Rhythmic girl | |
| | Unisex | Round; Lumpy; Variant of Kade; Battle | |
| | Unisex | Warrior; Battlefield | |
| | Unisex | Slender | |
| | Girl | A woman who is slender | |
| | Girl | Slender | |
| | Unisex | Heavenly; Celestial | |
| | Girl | Joyful; Radiant; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | She who is crowned with the laurel crown | |
| | Girl | Heavenly | |
| | Girl | A heavenly girl | |
| | Girl | Woman from the skies | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Friend; Field | |
| | Unisex | Italian surname from Venice | |
| | Girl | Woman leader | |
| | Girl | Empress | |
| | Girl | Pure woman | |
| | Girl | Pure woman | |
| | Girl | Short for Caitlyn: Pure | |
| | Unisex | Crafty; Intelligent; Charming | |
| | Girl | Rhythmic individual | |
| | Unisex | A confiding space | |
| | Girl | One who is caged and trapped | |
| | Girl | Radiance | |
| | Unisex | Strong Warrior | |
| | Unisex | Light in darkness | |
| | Girl | Pure; To rejoice | |
| | Unisex | Strength, power, leader | |
| | Unisex | Warrior, fighter, strong | |
| | Unisex | Bold; Creative | |
| | Girl | Nursed Aeneas | |
| | Girl | A wise and wealthy woman | |
| | Girl | Rainbow | |
| | Girl | Forest lady | |
| | Girl | A slender woman | |
| | Girl | A slender forest woman | |
| | Unisex | Fair and slim darling | |
| | Girl | Slender darling woman | |
| | Girl | Young attendant | |
| | Girl | Potent and powerful individual | |
| | Girl | Slender lady | |
| | Girl | Girl | |
| | Girl | A beautiful and gorgeous woman | |
| | Girl | Young girl | |
| | Girl | Pure-hearted woman | |
| | Unisex | Reptile-like river creature; Protector | |
| | Unisex | Little crooked one | |
| | Girl | From the valley near the river | |
| | Unisex | Exotic; Lively; Bird-like | |
| | Unisex | Beloved | |
| | Unisex | Young; Cheerful | |
| | Unisex | A pile of stones used as a marker or monument | |
| | Unisex | The victorious; The conqueror; The place of combat | |
| | Unisex | Rejoicing individual | |
| | Unisex | Warrior; Strong; Victorious | |
| | Girl | Proclamation piece | |
| | Unisex | Lively; Curious; Adventurous | |
| | Unisex | Spirit of battle; Fighter | |
| | Unisex | Unique; Modern | |
| | Girl | A pure woman | |
| | Unisex | Divine radiance | |
| | Girl | Pure woman | |
| | Girl | Pure-hearted woman | |
| | Girl | Pure girl | |
| | Girl | Lady of purity | |
| | Girl | Pure-natured woman | |
| | Girl | Woman of pure nation | |
| | Girl | One who is pure | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | Pure natured woman | |
| | Girl | Short for Caitlyn; Pure woman | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | Pure-hearted woman | |
| | Girl | A fair and pure girl | |
| | Girl | Fair lady | |
| | Girl | Fair and pure lady | |
| | Girl | A genuine woman | |
| | Girl | Genuine individual | |
| | Girl | Genuine lady | |
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Parents looking for baby girl names beginning with the letter C are spoilt for choice. These names have beautiful meanings, historical significance, and cultural affinity. Names are a living embodiment of the connection between the past and the future and carry the aspiration of the parents. Celebrate the unique identity and positive vibes that come along with the baby names that begin with the letter C. Also, make sure the name you choose doesn’t have any negative connotations in other cultures.
Infographic: Captivating Baby Girl Names Starting With The Letter C
Names starting with the letter C have various characteristics and values associated with them. These names vary from religious connotations to aspired qualities such as beauty, strength, or wisdom. So, if you’re looking for names starting with C for your little girl, look no further. The infographic below provides some fantastic baby girl names which begin with the letter C and their associated meanings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which are some unique and uncommon baby girl names that start with C?
The letter C has been the beginning of various girl names all over the world. Caina, meaning ‘created by God,’ Calais, meaning ‘changing color,’ Calypso, meaning ‘to conceal,’ and Calliope, meaning ‘beautiful-voiced,’ are some great uncommon girl names. They also come with many cute nicknames, such as Cally, C, and Cal.
2. What is the origin and meaning of the name Charlotte?
Charlotte is a diminutive of the French male name Charles. It means ‘free man.’ This name dates back to the 14th century and has associations with royalty. For example, the second wife of King Louis XI of France was Charlotte of Savoy and Charlotte de Bourbon-La Marche (1).
3. Are there any famous women with the name Catherine or variations of it?
Catherine the Great, who ruled Russia from 1762 to 1796 in the past, and Catherine, the duch*ess of Cambridge in the modern day are two main famous figures associated with this name. English singer-songwriter Kate Bush (variation of Catherine), actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, and French actress Catherine Deneuve are other famous figures that bear the name's variations.
4. What are some nicknames for baby girl names that start with C?
Arlie, Callie, and Charlie are some cute nicknames for the popular girl name Charlotte, while Camm, Cammy, and Cami are good nicknames for Cameron. Carly and Carrie are pet forms of Caroline. But you can use these nicknames irrespective of the C-letter name of your daughter.
5. Which baby girl names start with C and have a nature or flower theme?
Chloe, meaning 'blooming', Crystal, meaning ‘gem,’ Cherry, meaning ‘cherry fruit’ or ‘brotherly love,’ and Clover, meaning ‘meadow flower’ are some great names that symbolize nature. Camelia, which is a flower and Carmel or orchard are other names that are inspired by nature and flowers.
6. What are some gender-neutral names that start with C?
There are quite many gender-neutral names that start with C, some examples are Cameron, meaning ‘crooked nose,’ Charlie, meaning ‘free man,’ Carson, meaning ‘son of the marsh-dwellers,’ Camden, meaning ‘winding valley,’ and Cali, meaning ‘lovely.’
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- St. Catherine of Siena.
https://www.piercedhearts.org/theology_heart/life_saints/catherine_siena.html - Saint Christina.
https://www.catholic-saints.info/patron-saints/saint-christina.htm
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