Updated October 2026
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English word name
"calf herder"
More common as a surname, a handful of boys get this bovine equivalent of Shepherd each year in the US. It may gain more exposure as one of the occupational names that are one of the most popular…
American invented name or Judeo-Italian
"kosher, correct"
In its modern form, Casher is a hybrid of Cash and Asher that debuted in 2019. Historically, Casher — pronounced kah-SHARE — was used among Italian Jews.
Spanish form of Casimir, Polish and Slavic
"destroyer of peace"
All names Cas are cool right night, from Cassius to Cassian to Caspian to, yes, Casimir and its Latin form Casimiro. An attractive possibility in this appealing group.
Latin
"belonging to heaven"
A welcoming name that seems to say "hello". Celio can be thought of as a much rarer male variation of Celia. With heavenly names in the ascendant, we may be hearing lots more of Celio.
Camile is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Camille, which derives from the Latin name 'Camillus.' It has French origins and traditionally refers to a young ceremonial attendant.…
Latin and French
"fair Christian"
Though Isabel is a smash hit, Christabel still hasn't been fully embraced. It was originally popularized in England via the Coleridge poem Christabel ("whom her father loves so well") and was given…
English combination of Clara + -bel, Latin
"bright + beautiful"
Claribel improves on its mother name Clarabelle by distancing itself from the clown and the cow.
Clarita is a feminine name of Spanish and Latin origin, serving as a diminutive form of Clara, which means 'bright,' 'clear,' or 'famous.' The suffix '-ita' adds an affectionate quality in Spanish…
Italian surname
Naples-born Enrico Caruso was one of the greatest opera singers of all time. Recordings of his powerful singing voice are still in circulation today, nearly 100 years after his death. Increasingly,…
"chickpea"
Roman statesman's name with a cool and quirky sound. Marcus Tullius Cicero was a Roman scholar, orator and lawyer who had an immense impact on the Latin language.
Irish
"hound (or wolf) of the plain"
Conroy is one Con name that feels a bit dated, though perhaps it's so far out it's coming in? Worth consideration if you like Connor but feel it's too widely used.
English variation of Caroline, French, or compound name, made up of Cara + Lynn
"free man; beautiful friend, friend by the lake"
A twist on the classic Caroline that could also be a smoosh name.
Modern invented name
Cersei Lannister is one of the most villainous -- and, in a certain light, glamorous -- characters in HBO's Game of Thrones , played by beautiful actress Lena Headey. Though we can't say for sure how…
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…
Cira is a feminine name with ancient roots and cross-cultural presence. In Greek, it relates to 'kyrios' meaning 'lord' or 'master,' while in Latin contexts it may connect to 'Circe,' the enchantress…
Romanian, Italian, Galician and Spanish variation of Coralie, French from Latin
"coral"
Coralia was the name of a dancing mermaid in a 19th century ballet. As Cora — which has another root and means maiden — rises, so may elaborations and related names such as Coralie, Coraline, and…
Latin from Greek
"lordly"
Cyrilla is an obscure feminization of Cyril that's a bit buttoned-up but also intriguingly unique, with an authentic pedigree. Spelling Cirilla is more visible thanks to The Witcher series, in which…
"dear, beloved"
This Irish form of international favorite Cara is a new entry into Ireland's Top 100. But in the US last year, no babies were named Caragh. That final gh, though often silent in English as in might…
Spanish word name
"charity"
Caridad is a theological Virgin name, representing Our Lady of Charity, and a popular saint's name in Cuba. Would make an interesting choice, in the manner of the more familiar Soledad, Our Lady of…
Combination of Carol + Ann, English
"free man of grace; song of grace"
A compound name that mirrors the cadence of Caroline but with a twist at the end. The name was briefly popular during the 30s and 40s.