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Cat Names That Start With C

  1. Claus

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian and German variation of Nicolas

    • Description:

      A very Christmas-y Christmas baby name, that may avoid the Santa image by instead adopting the alternative spelling Klaus.
  2. Corcoran

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "ruddy-faced"

    • Description:

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

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "cinnamon"

    • Description:

      A sweet and rare spice name, which made its first and only appearance on the US baby name charts in 1969 — the year Neil Young's song "Cinnamon Girl" was released.
  4. Charm

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "lucky token"

    • Description:

      A lucky word name that started to rise out of obscurity in the 2010s. Like Dream and True, Charm could be just one celebrity baby away from becoming a big trend. In fact, the Australian YouTube family, The Norris Nuts have a daughter/sister called Charm, born in 2019, after which the number of Charms born in the US increased by 40%. Given to 88 girls in a recent year it is probably more popular than people think.
  5. Coleridge

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  6. Charna

    • Origin:

      Yiddish

    • Meaning:

      "dark, black"

    • Description:

      Popular name in Israel, worth considering for a dark-haired daughter with a bit of a bohemian cast.
  7. Chia

    • Description:

      Chia is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Italian, it's a diminutive of Lucia, meaning "light." In Chinese, depending on the character used, it can mean "good" or "beautiful." The name also appears in Taiwanese aboriginal languages and Spanish dialects. Beyond its multicultural presence, Chia has gained contemporary recognition through the health food chia seeds, adding associations with wellness and vitality. Pronounced "KEE-ah" or "CHEE-ah" depending on cultural context, this short, sweet name has a modern appeal with ancient roots. Despite not being among the most popular names internationally, Chia's brevity, pleasant sound, and positive meanings make it an attractive choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible.
  8. Citron

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "lemon"

    • Description:

      A Gallic twist on a word or nature name, which has a nice lemony feel.
  9. 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.

  10. Cayenne

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Tupi

    • Meaning:

      "pepper"

    • Description:

      Spicy.
  11. Cadenza

    • Origin:

      Italian, musical term

    • Description:

      Cadenza takes the popular CADENCE and gives it a more operatic flourish.
  12. 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.
  13. Cartier

    • Origin:

      French variation of Carter, English

    • Meaning:

      "transporter of goods by cart"

    • Description:

      Luxury baby name associated with Jacques Cartier's eponymous jewelry company.
  14. Canto

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  15. Collier

    • Origin:

      English occupational surname

    • Meaning:

      "coal miner"

    • Description:

      An old-fashioned term for a coal miner, or nowadays, a sister to Harper and Piper.
  16. Cookie

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "cookie"

    • Description:

      Cookie is most often used as a dog name, and it should stay that way.
  17. Chanson

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "song"

    • Description:

      This musical name would have to be spoken with a French accent--otherwise it would sound like a trendy boy's name, a la BRANSON.
  18. Cloud

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "water vapor in the atmosphere"

    • Description:

      This kind of plainspoken nature name (think River and Sunshine) may still carry a whiff of the hippie, but this one has a nice, airy feel. It's slight similarity to Claude and Clyde helps to ground it.
  19. Chaz

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Charles

    • Description:

      The jazziest nickname for Charles.
  20. 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.