Updated October 2026
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Biblical place name, Hebrew
"village; young lioness"
Also spelled Kephirah, Kfira, Kephira, and Kefirah, Chephirah is an Old Testament, Biblical place name, mentioned in the Book of Joshua. It likely derives from the Hebrew kephir meaning "village" and…
Literature, Italian
"little chief; little headstrong one"
The name of one of warring families in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet , Capulet might appeal to those who enjoy names that are literary and unique. Capulet likely comes from the Italian capo ,…
Welsh
"lovely, blessed, and fair"
Strong and intriguing with a touch of mystique, Ceinwen is a rare Welsh name, which has been used sparsely and sporadically in Wales since the '90s, peaking in 2017 when it was given to 7 babies…
Italian variation of Cleis, Greek, Brazilian, Portuguese
"glory; key, clave, keyholder"
Rare, concise, and distinctive, Cleide is a multicultural choice. As an Italian name, it comes from the Greek Cleis (or Cleïs), the name of Sappho's mother and daughter, and a relation of Kleio or…
Place name, English
"Clare's hill"
An English place name associated with a now ruined palace and a set of 12th century laws which defined the relationship between church and state, Clarendon is a surname-style choice with historical…
English
"path to a triangular piece of land"
While Carraway brings to mind Nick Carraway, the narrator of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby , there is no reason why this cool surname-name wouldn't work on a girl. Modern and stylish, with a…
Italian
"crucifix"
A rare name with gravitas and strong spiritual connects, Crocifissa is an Italian name, meaning "crucifix". It was notably borne by a 19th-century saint, Maria Crocifissa Di Rosa, who was known for…
Greek
"clean, spotless; to stitch, to sew"
An intriguing, mythological choice that may appeal to fans of Caspian, Cassian, and Castiel, Castalian is the name of a sacred spring in Greek legend, situated near Delphi. The spring is said to be a…
Medieval Italian elaboration of Cosmo
"order, universe, beauty"
Also spelled as Cosmaele, this intriguing Medieval Italian name has modern potential. Likely an elaboration of Cosmo or Cosimo, this name draws inspiration for names such as Raffaele, though it may…
English word name
"waterfall"
A rare nature name, conjuring up imagery of flowing waterfalls and rushing water, Cascade debuted in the the US stats in 2025, when it was given to five boys. Unusual as it may be, it shares sounds…
Word name
"thick, ribbed cotton material"
A sturdy fabric name with the familiar sounds of Roy, Corey, Corbin, and Cody, Corduroy debuted in the US stats in 2025 when it was given to five boys. Sometimes (though likely falsely) said to…
Diminutive of Francesca
"from France; free man"
Reminiscent of Essie, Cherry, and Cassie, Chessy is diminutive of Francesca which is gentler than Frankie but less antique as Franny (or Fanny...). It notably appears in the 1998 move, The Parent…
"relating to the coast, near the coast"
Sunny, beachy, and cool, Coastal has been quietly used for boys since 2023, but if recent social media announcements and name trends are anything to go by, it could rise (quietly) for girls too.…
Spanish short form of Griselda or feminine form of Celdon
"grey battle; steep-sided valley"
Rare as a given name but used predominantly in Brazil, the Philippines, and Mexico when it is given, Celda is either a short form of Griselda (or Gricelda), a Germanic name with an Medieval feel, or…
"pretty coast; lake by the coast; coastline"
Contemporary word name Coast made waves in the US charts for boys in 2025 and the same year saw it double in use for girls. It was only a matter of time then, before it was paired up with -lynn.…
"herd of horses"
Confident and outdoorsy, with a hint of sweetness too, Cavvy is a cowgirl-style word name, used to describe a herd of horses, particularly saddle horse kept on a ranch for working or riding. A rare…
"short clearing; meadow by the court; polite, respectful"
An alternative to Courtney — a favorite of the 70s, 80s, and 90s — Courtley has that same aristocratic air, paired with the on-trend -ley ending. The name could be interpreted as meaning "Curtenus's…
Also spelled as Coastlynn, this elaboration of word name coast may well catch on in coming years. It could be interpreted as meaning "pretty coast" (from the Spanish linda "); "lake by the coast"…
Latin, meaning unknown
Bearded, fusty name of great old Roman lyric poet; just what the bold vanguard baby namer might be looking for.
Latin, from the Roman family name Caius
"rejoice"
Cayo is a rare and rhythmic Spanish name, all but unknown in the English-speaking world, that would make a lively choice.