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Turkish
"ember"
In Turkish folklore, cemre is the heaven-sent embers that sequentially warm the air, water, then earth at the end of the winter.
Cena is a feminine name with roots in various cultures. In Latin, it means 'dinner' or 'meal,' while in Slavic languages, it can be related to meanings of 'value' or 'price.' The name has gained some…
Cenaida is a feminine name with Latin and Greek origins, likely a variant of Zenaida or Ceneida. The name traces back to Zeus (Zenas in its genitive form), the supreme deity in Greek mythology.…
Cenaide is an uncommon feminine name with possible Greek origins. It may be a variant of Zenaida or Zenaide, names derived from Zeus (Zenas), the supreme deity in Greek mythology. The spelling with…
Cenanida is an extraordinarily rare feminine name with obscure origins. It may have roots in Spanish or Latin American naming traditions, possibly as a compound or elaborated form of names containing…
French
"little ashes"
The unusual (to English speakers) name Cendrillon is French for Cinderella, though most Americans wouldn't recognize it as such. This might make an excellent middle name for those who are looking for…
Cendrine derives from Cendrillon, the French form of Cinderella. It's quite uncommon, even in France, but if the fairy tale made a big impression on you, it could be a sweet tribute.
Cenerentola is the Italian name for Cinderella, the beloved fairy tale character. Derived from the Italian words 'cenere' (ash) and 'piccola' (small, little), it literally means 'little ash girl' -…
Cenobia is a rare feminine name with classical origins. It's a variant of Zenobia, which derives from Greek, meaning "life of Zeus." The name gained historical significance through Queen Zenobia of…
Cenobie is an extremely rare feminine name that likely derives from Zenobia, a name with ancient Syrian origins. Zenobia was famously borne by the 3rd-century Queen of Palmyra who led a revolt…
Ceola is a rare feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from Old English or Germanic elements. One theory suggests it may be related to the Old English word 'ceol,' meaning 'ship' or…
Cerea is a rare feminine name with classical roots, likely derived from Latin connections to Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain crops, and motherly love. The name evokes imagery of golden…
Cerelisa is an extremely rare feminine name with unclear origins, possibly a modern creation combining elements of names like Ceres (the Roman goddess of agriculture) and Lisa, or as a variation of…
Cerella is a feminine name with Italian and Latin influences. It likely derives from names like Ceres (the Roman goddess of agriculture) or Circe from Greek mythology. The suffix "-ella" adds a…
"baby gazelle"
Ceren is an excellent cross-cultural Turkish choice, bearing resemblance to names like Serena and Seren. In Turkey, it refers to a baby gazelle and was most common among Gen Z. At its height, Ceren…
Roman
"nourishment"
Little known name of the goddess of the harvest — her name literally means nourishment, and is the origin of the word cereal. A possibility for the parent seeking something original, but with the…
Cerese is a delicate feminine name of Latin derivation, likely related to Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain crops, and motherly love. The name can also be connected to place names like…
Welsh
"to love"
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.
Ceria is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'cereus,' meaning 'wax-like' or 'bright.' The name shares roots with the word 'sincere' and may also connect to Ceres, the Roman goddess of…
"beloved"
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.