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Girl Dog Names That Start With C

  1. Clemmie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Clementine, French

    • Meaning:

      "mild, merciful"

    • Description:

      Cutesy pet form of Clementine.
  2. Coletta

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Colette or short form of Nicoletta

    • Description:

      Coletta is a Latin relative of the better-known French Colette, which is derived from Nicole and is ultimately a feminization of Nicholas. Only a handful of baby girls are named Coletta or Nicoletta in the US each year, making this one of the rarest of the many forms of the name.
  3. Corazon

    • Origin:

      Spanish word name

    • Meaning:

      "heart"

    • Description:

      With word names increasingly acceptable or even desirable, this Spanish word for heart, brought to the fore by Philippine president Corazon Aquino, may find more takers.
  4. Cleodora

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of glory"

    • Description:

      The name of a nymph in Greek mythology, one of the prophetic Thriai, who divined the future by throwing pebbles. She was a lover of the sea god Poseidon.
  5. Citron

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "lemon"

    • Description:

      A Gallic twist on a word or nature name, which has a nice lemony feel.
  6. Conchita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, diminutive of Concepcion

    • Description:

      Concepcion dressed in red satin.
  7. Charleston

    • Origin:

      American place-name

    • Meaning:

      "Charles' town"

    • Description:

      Charleston is one of those baby names that may become more popular thanks to its nickname Charlie, now used about equally for boys and girls. If you want to call your daughter Charlie but believe she needs a more formal name, you might try Charleston instead of Charlotte. And Charleston is a lovely city in South Carolina.
  8. Claudie

    • Origin:

      French feminine variation of Claude

    • Description:

      Attractive form still très Parisienne.
  9. Caron

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "loving, kindhearted, charitable,"

    • Description:

      Though it sounds like Karen, this spelling makes the name more distinctive.
  10. Corona

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "crown"

    • Description:

      Corona was once an improbable choice due to the beer brand. After the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, its firmly cemented its status as a nonviable baby name.
  11. Cobalt

    • Origin:

      Color and nature name

    • Description:

      Even among the range of blue names on the current baby naming palette -- Blue itself, Azure, Cerulean, Teal, Aqua, Cyan, Indigo -- Cobalt remains the most unusual.
  12. Ceri

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "to love"

    • Description:

      In Welsh, Ceri is traditionally a male name but can also be used for girls. It's a short form of Ceridwen too, the name of the Welsh goddess of poetry.
  13. Calida

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "heated"

    • Description:

      Unusual but accessible Hispanic choice with stylish sound.
  14. Canyon

    • Origin:

      Spanish word name

    • Description:

      Rugged nature name with possibilities...but more for boys.
  15. Comfort

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      This Puritan virtue name may be unstylish, but it is also sympathetic and appealing in these largely uncomfortable times.
  16. Cascade

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      It's a nature name evocative of rushing waterfalls. But also a dishwashing detergent.
  17. Chila

    • Description:

      Chila is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. It may be derived from the Hindi word 'chila' meaning 'kite' (the bird), or it could be a diminutive form of names like Priscilla or Cecilia in some Latin cultures. The name might also have roots in Native American languages. Chila has remained relatively uncommon in most Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality. Those named Chila often appreciate its brevity and melodic sound. The name's rarity makes it stand out while still being straightforward to pronounce in many languages. In some communities, Chila may be used as a nickname for longer names, adding to its versatile appeal.

  18. Crisanta

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "golden flower, chrysanthemum"

    • Description:

      Crisanta, while not related to Christine, would make a pretty and highly unusual alternative to that tried-and-true name. Because of its relationship to the chrysanthemum, the flower of the month of November, it's one of the recommended names for Scorpio babies as well as names for November babies. Crisanta might also give you a fresh route to nicknames like Cris, Crissy, or Cristie.
  19. Chica

    • Description:

      Chica is a feminine name with direct Spanish origins, literally meaning 'girl' or 'small girl' in Spanish. Simple yet distinctive, this name has an endearing quality with its straightforward meaning and brevity. Chica is not widely used as a formal given name in English-speaking countries but may be found as a nickname or term of endearment in Spanish-speaking communities. The name carries connotations of youthfulness, vibrancy, and cultural connection to Hispanic heritage. Its simplicity gives it a certain charm while its direct meaning makes it an uncommon but meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with clear Latino roots.
  20. Cam

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Cameron or Camilla

    • Description:

      A Pam for the modern age, improved by a harder edge and a tad less prissiness.