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Dog Names That Start With C

  1. 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.

  2. Cinco

    • Origin:

      Spanish word name

    • Meaning:

      "five"

    • Description:

      Number names are on the rise — think Seven, Octavia, Billion — so it was only a matter of time before we started to borrow numerals from other languages. Cinco, the Spanish word for five, is a natural choice with its upbeat, bouncy rhythm and O ending. Cassie used it as the middle name for her daughter Sunny, born in 2021.
  3. Chavez

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Description:

      The perfect Latin-accented hero name to honor labor activist César Chavez.
  4. Carbry

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "charioteer"

    • Description:

      Male name from Irish mythology makes stylish-sounding choice for girls.
  5. Chefa

    • Description:

      Chefa is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish contexts, it can function as a feminine form of 'chef' or relate to 'jefa,' meaning 'female boss' or 'leader.' The name may also have Arabic roots, where similar-sounding names carry meanings relating to 'healing' or 'remedy.' This concise, distinctive name conveys strength and authority while maintaining a feminine quality. Though uncommon in global naming statistics, Chefa has appeared periodically in Spanish-speaking regions and communities. The name's brevity and easy pronunciation make it accessible across language barriers, while its meaning associations with leadership and culinary skill give it contemporary relevance in professional contexts.
  6. 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.
  7. Corcoran

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "ruddy-faced"

    • Description:

      Corky was a sitcom moniker of the fifties, Corcoran a better fit for these times.
  8. 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."

  9. Conchita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Concepcion

    • Description:

      Concepcion dressed in red satin.
  10. Constant

    • Origin:

      French from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "steadfast"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "group of singers"
  12. Cirrus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Description:

      Cirrus is a type of cloud formation characterized by thin, wispy strands (from the Latin cirrus "tendril; ringlet"). British cloudspotter Gavin Pretor-Pinney named his eldest daughter Flora Cirrus.
  13. Cerian

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "beloved"

    • Description:

      Cerian is a diminutive of Ceri (pronounced like Kerry), which comes from a root meaning "love". Both were relatively popular in Wales in the 1980s and 1990s, though they are used less there today.
  14. Connery

    • Origin:

      Irish surname

    • Meaning:

      "warrior-lord"

    • Description:

      Irish surname names are hugely popular for girls in the US these days, with Riley and Kennedy ranking high on the official popularity lists. Connery is uncommon, but certainly attractive and usable.
  15. Claudina

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Claudia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lame"

    • Description:

      Claudina — a traditional Spanish diminutive of Claudia — was a Top 500 name in Spain for the first half of the 20th century. It never caught on as a given name in the US. At its peak, Claudina was given to 17 American baby girls in 1969.