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Boy Dog Names That Start With C

  1. Con

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Cornelius, Conrad, Latin, German

    • Meaning:

      "horn; brave counsel"

    • Description:

      Back in the day, Con was a nickname for Cornelius and Conrad. Today it feels like a pet form of Connor.
  2. Chorus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "group of singers"
  3. Checho

    • Description:

      Checho is a masculine name with Spanish roots, often used as a familiar or affectionate nickname for names like Sergio, César, or Jesús. The diminutive suffix '-echo' adds a warm, endearing quality to the shortened form of these names. While not commonly used as a formal given name in English-speaking countries, Checho maintains popularity in Spanish-speaking communities and Latin American countries. It carries a friendly, approachable quality and reflects the Hispanic tradition of creating intimate, familial nicknames. The name has a rhythmic, cheerful sound that contributes to its charm and appeal as both a nickname and, increasingly, as a standalone given name.
  4. Colorado

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Meaning:

      "colored red"

    • Description:

      More unusual than Dakota or Austin, Colorado conjures images of majestic mountains and windswept wilderness. Some will prefer the more preppy Aspen, but Colorado feels like the true explorer.
  5. Cuarto

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "a fourth, a quarter"

    • Description:

      A possibility for a fourth-born child.
  6. Czar

    • Origin:

      Balkan variation of Tsar, meaning "Caesar or ruler"

    • Meaning:

      "Caesar or ruler"

    • Description:

      One way to set up a superiority complex in your child is to call your child Czar as American actor Rockmond Dunbar did in 2016.
  7. Chequelo

    • Description:

      Chequelo is an uncommon masculine name with possible Spanish or Latin American origins. It may be a diminutive form or variant spelling of a longer name like Ezequiel (Spanish for Ezekiel). The name carries a rhythmic quality with its three syllables. While not widely documented in naming records, Chequelo likely emerged within specific regional or cultural contexts. The name has a distinctive sound that combines traditional Hispanic naming elements with a unique flair. Despite its rarity, Chequelo offers a melodic option for parents seeking an uncommon name with Latin character.
  8. Caron

    • Origin:

      Welsh, Greek, French, "love, affection; fierce brightness; beloved"

    • Meaning:

      "love, affection; fierce brightness; beloved"

    • Description:

      On one hand, Caron is a place name, deived from the Welsh caru meaning "to love", and therefore related to Carys and Caradoc. Alternatively, it's influenced by the Greek Charon ("fierce brightness" and mythological ferryman for the dead) or the French Chèron (possibly from Roman Carinu, "beloved, dear").
  9. Catcher

    • Origin:

      English occupational surname

    • Meaning:

      "huntsman"

    • Description:

      Catcher is rarely used as a baby name, but it fits alongside other occupational surnames such as Thatcher and Hunter. It might be especially appealing to baseball fans.
  10. Candide

    • Origin:

      French from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "naive"

    • Description:

      French saintly name, used for both boys and girls. Although not common in France, it has been used in small numbers for boys in the 2010s and 2020s. Candide, in its sense as the French word for "naive", was the title character of a satirical novel by Voltaire.
  11. Coty

    • Origin:

      French surname

    • Description:

      Cosmetic reinvention of Cody.
  12. Chief

    • Description:

      Chief is a masculine English word name derived from the Old French 'chef', ultimately from Latin 'caput' meaning 'head'. As a name, Chief directly evokes leadership, authority, and responsibility. Unlike traditional given names, Chief falls into the category of title names that have occasionally been used as personal names. It remains very rare as a first name in most countries but may be found as a nickname for someone in a leadership position. The name carries strong connotations of respect and command. When used as a given name, it places expectations of leadership on the bearer. Chief saw minimal usage in the United States during the 20th century, primarily appearing in Native American contexts or as a nickname rather than an official given name.

  13. Chavez

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Description:

      The perfect Latin-accented hero name to honor labor activist César Chavez.
  14. Curito

    • Description:

      Curito is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, functioning as a diminutive form with the affectionate suffix "-ito." It likely derives from names like Curro (a nickname for Francisco) or possibly from regional Spanish terms. The name has a warm, friendly quality with its soft consonants and melodic flow. Curito carries cultural connections to Iberian and Latin American heritage, reflecting the tradition of affectionate nicknames becoming formal names. While not widely used outside Spanish-speaking communities, it maintains a presence in regions with strong Hispanic cultural influence. The name's distinctive character makes it stand out while still being pronounceable to most. Curito might appeal to parents seeking a name with Latin warmth and cultural specificity without being overly common.
  15. Corcoran

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "ruddy-faced"

    • Description:

      Corky was a sitcom moniker of the fifties, Corcoran a better fit for these times.
  16. Casparo

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Caspar or Jasper, Persian

    • Meaning:

      "bringer of treasure"

    • Description:

      Casparo is a masculine name with Mediterranean roots, serving as an Italian and Spanish variation of Caspar or Gaspar. The original name traces back to the Three Wise Men of biblical tradition, with ancient Persian origins meaning "treasurer" or "bringer treasure."

  17. Constant

    • Origin:

      French from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "steadfast"

    • Description:

      A traditional French male name that could, with American pronunciation, become an admirable word name.