Boy Cat Names That Start With C
- Colbie
Description:
Colbie is a contemporary unisex name that has gained modest popularity in recent decades, though traditionally used more for males. With potential English origins, it likely developed from surnames like Colby or Kolbe, which meant 'coal town' or 'dark farm' in Old Norse and Old English. The modernized spelling with 'ie' ending gives the name a friendly, approachable quality. Colbie gained some recognition through singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name carries a casual, unpretentious feel while still being distinctive. Its short, two-syllable structure and familiar sounds make it accessible across cultural boundaries. As with many surname-derived first names, Colbie represents the modern trend of repurposing traditional family names as given names.
- Coriander
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"bed bug"Description:
This herb is also known as cilantro. It's meaning, "bed bug" is on account of its smell, characterized by the ancient Greeks as bed bug-like.
- Chick
Description:
Chick is an uncommon masculine name that originated as an English nickname for someone with chicken-like features or mannerisms, or alternatively as a term of endearment meaning 'young child.' As a formal given name, Chick has historically been rare, sometimes used as a diminutive for Charles or other names starting with 'Ch.' In the early-to-mid 20th century, it gained some recognition through notable bearers like jazz musician Chick Webb and basketball player Chick Hearn. The name carries a distinctive vintage Americana quality, evoking the casual, colloquial spirit of mid-century America. In contemporary usage, Chick remains exceedingly rare as a legal given name, though it persists as an occasional nickname. Its brevity and friendly informality give it a casual, approachable character.
- Chico
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"boy"Description:
Friendly but flimsy.
- Chewy
Description:
Chewy is a masculine name that originated as a nickname or diminutive form, most famously associated with the Star Wars character Chewbacca. As a given name, it has an inherently playful, affectionate quality. While uncommon as a legal name, Chewy has gained some recognition through pop culture references and the growing trend of using casual, friendly names officially. The name conveys warmth, approachability, and a bit of whimsy. Parents might choose Chewy for its distinctive sound, its pop culture connections, or simply for its cheerful, memorable quality. As with many nickname-derived names, Chewy has a contemporary feel that breaks from traditional naming conventions while offering a unique identity.
- Canto
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"song or stanza"Description:
A canto is a literary term denoting a long passage in a poem. Dante's Divine Comedy is broken into such cantos. As a name, Canto packs in literary credentials with pithy punch.
- Cerulean
Origin:
Color nameMeaning:
"deep sky-blue"Description:
Cerulean is just beginning to be heard as a name thanks to its distinctive sounds and the appealing electric-sky-blue it evokes. Reminiscent of Ocean, Aurelian, Cyrus, and Caspian, it was given to just 5 babies in 2024, but that could change in coming years.
- Coleridge
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"ridge where charcoal is burnt"Description:
Name of a poet, this will be one for consideration by literary parents. The name fits well with the current trend towards surnames as given names, but beware the three syllable pronunciation, which may be a trap for the poetically disinclined.
- Chasin
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"strong, mighty"Description:
Old World Jewish name that could travel to the New.
- Cronan
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"dark one"Description:
A distinctive alternative to Conan.
- Champ
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"champion"Description:
Though it sounds like a modern invention, Champ actually has a long history as a first name. It hit the Top 1000 several times just before and after the turn of the 20th Century.
- Cadfael
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"battle prince"Description:
A rare Welsh name with a wonderful meaning, Cadfael is the name of the detective monk character in Ellis Peters' medieval murder mysteries. It's usually pronounced CAD-vyle in Welsh, although Peters intended the character's name to be pronounced CAD-vel.
- Chaz
Origin:
Diminutive of CharlesDescription:
The jazziest nickname for Charles.
- Chikao
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"clever; wise; man"
- Columbo
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"dove"Description:
Grandmas will remember the old TV detective show; playmates won't. This is a name that has many variations in different cultures, from Columbus to Columba to Colum to Colm.
- Cortes
Description:
Cortes is a surname of Spanish origin that has been adopted as a masculine given name. It derives from the Old Spanish word 'cortés' meaning 'courteous' or 'polite.' The name gained historical significance through Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire. As a first name, Cortes is relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality. Parents might choose this name for its strong historical connections, sophisticated sound, or to honor Spanish heritage. The name carries connotations of boldness, leadership, and determination, reflecting the explorer's legacy, though its usage remains rare in contemporary naming practices.
- Columbus
Origin:
Variation of Columbo or Columbia, LatinMeaning:
"dove"Description:
This is a big name, both in heritage and sound. On the right child, this could be inspired, but others may shrink from all the connotations. While your preferred nickname for this option might be Col (or Kit if you're connecting it to Christopher Columbus), you may end up with the slightly more cumbersome "Bus" as the short-form.
- Cornel
Origin:
Romanian, variation of Cornelius; tree nameDescription:
People are likely to want to put that second - Cornell University inspired - L on the end of this name, when in fact it has a completely different etymology. This name is very popular in Romania though American public intellectural Cornel West and South African athlete Cornel Fredericks broadens its use beyond Eastern Europe.
- Corcoran
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"ruddy-faced"Description:
Corky was a sitcom moniker of the fifties, Corcoran a better fit for these times.
- Ciar
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"dark"Description:
Now that the Irish Ciaran and Ciara -- aka Kieran and Kiera -- are becoming more popular beyond their native shores, the short and strong Ciar might find some favor. As of now, more than 160 baby girls were named Ciara in the US last year, with half that many boys named Ciaran, but so far no baby boys named Ciar, though 17 were called Keir.
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