Updated October 2024
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Greek
"joy"
Chara is the name of a star in a constellation that represents hunting dogs, recently named as one of the most likely to host extraterrestrial life. Also, Chara is a variation of both Sarah and…
"thistly plant"
Poetic though thorny, Cynara is one of those names that has a genuine root but that many will assume is invented. Depending on your viewpoint, that might be the best or worst of all worlds.
"one who excels"
Cadmus is the name of the serpent-slaying hero of Greek mythology who also founded the city of Thebes and is credited with inventing the alphabet. Its ancient feel might appeal to modern parents…
Celtic
"sun lord or sun hound"
The title of a Shakespeare play based on legends featuring the early Celtic King Cunobelinus, whose name derives from the Gaulish sun god Belenus.
"she who hides"
Rhythmic route to the nickname Cal. This musical moniker is another great example of a traditionally feminine name that could easily go masculine.
Carolos is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Carlos, which itself is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Charles. The name ultimately derives from Germanic origins, specifically from…
"most beautiful"
Calista Flockhart may have made her variation of this beautiful Greek name familiar to modern Americans, but the even-edgier x version was the name of an earlier feminist heroine: a character in Kate…
"the mother of all gods"
The Anatolian mother goddess Cybele had a place in Greek, Roman, Trojan, and Anatolian mythology. Today, she has special meaning as a symbol of gender nonconformity. In ancient Rome, Cybele's cult…
"bright blue enamel"
Cyane is a mythological Sicilian nymph who lived in a pool and whose name is an intriguing twist on the color name trend.
Christion appears to be a variation of the name Christian, which derives from Latin "Christianus" meaning "a follower of Christ." This spelling variant likely emerged in the late 20th century as part…
Spanish from Greek
"golden flower, chrysanthemum"
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…
Scottish and Irish diminutive of Christopher
"bearer of Christ"
Common nicknames for Christopher in Ireland, we think Christy or Christie have a certain cheery charm, especially now that Chris is feeling less ubiquitous.
"chorus-singer"
Corisande is a very unusual, haunting choice, with the aura of medieval romance--it is found in early Spanish romantic tales, arriving in the English-speaking world in the nineteenth century. 'La…
Claudios is a masculine name with ancient Roman origins, serving as a variation of the Latin name Claudius, which means 'lame' or 'limping.' This name carries significant historical weight, as it was…
"glorious flower"
A Latinized form of Kleanthes, this name is best associated with literary and poetry critic, Cleanth Brooks.
Greek, diminutive of Cletus
"called forth"
A sleek nickname name more attractive than its longer form, there have been a couple of prominent baseball player Cletes as well as the broadcast journalist Clete Roberts.
"glory-flower"
A highly unusual flower name that could give you Clio for short.
Flower name, from Greek
"vine branch"
Flower name that sounds a bit too much like a disease.
Constantinos is the traditional Greek form of Constantine, a masculine name with deep historical significance. Derived from the Latin 'constans' meaning 'steadfast' or 'constant,' it was immortalized…
"from the Island of Cyprus"
Offbeat and romantic place-name.