By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Colver is a masculine name of English origin, derived from old occupational surnames. It likely developed from the Middle English word 'colfre' or 'culver,' meaning 'dove' or 'pigeon,' possibly…
English variation of Columba
"dove"
In the currently popular solid, serious, two-syllable mold.
Cor is a compact masculine name with diverse origins and meanings across different cultures. In Latin, "cor" means "heart," suggesting qualities of courage and compassion. In Dutch and Scandinavian…
Concobhar is a masculine Irish name with ancient Gaelic roots, sometimes anglicized as Conor or Connor. The traditional spelling reflects its deep Celtic heritage, meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf…
Cahner is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variation of Connor or a creative spelling of the surname Conner. With Irish linguistic influences, this name carries the same appealing…
Collyer is a masculine name that originated as an English occupational surname referring to a charcoal maker or coal merchant. Derived from Old English 'col' (coal) combined with the suffix '-ier'…
Colier is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Collier. The name derives from the occupational surname Collier, which historically referred to a coal miner or someone…
Colyer is a masculine name with English origins, derived from an occupational surname that historically referred to someone who made or sold charcoal (from the Middle English 'col' meaning coal). As…
Collayer is an unusual masculine name with unclear origins. It may be a modern invented name combining elements like 'Col' (possibly from Colin, Nicholas, or Coleman) with 'layer' or '-ayer' ending…
Clair as a masculine name has French origins, derived from the Latin 'clarus' meaning 'clear, bright, or famous.' While now more commonly used for girls in English-speaking countries (often spelled…
Cornish
"great chief"
Kenver is derived from the ancient British name Cunmorus, meaning "great chief." We much prefer this newer iteration. A pronunciation note: the R in Kenver is not enunciated.
Irish
"dark"
Now that the Irish Ciaran and Ciara -- aka Kieran and Kiera -- are becoming more popular beyond their native shores, the short and strong Ciar might find some favor. As of now, more than 160 baby…
Tofer is a masculine name that originated as a modern nickname or shortened form of Christopher. It represents the phonetic pronunciation of the latter part of Christopher when spoken casually.…
Christofor is a masculine name representing a variant spelling of Christopher, which derives from Greek elements meaning 'bearing Christ.' This uncommon spelling variation maintains the meaning and…
Krystopher represents a distinctive variation of Christopher, incorporating the trendy 'K' substitution that gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name maintains the strong meaning of its…
German surname
"famous sacrifice; famous pledge; famous noble offspring"
Kilmer is best known as a surname — as in actor Val Kilmer — but actors Bethany C. Meyers and Nico Tortorella recently used it for their daughter Kilmer Dove, making it a viable first name. Kilmer is…
Russian variation of Cyrus, Persian
"sun"
As attractive and straightforward as Kir may be, you may wish to go with the Irish spelling Keir (of different origins), due to Kir's association with the French cocktail.
Old Norse
"coal"
Kristofor is a masculine name representing a variation of Christopher, which derives from the Greek 'Christophoros,' meaning 'bearer of Christ.' This spelling variant maintains the name's religious…
Korver is a masculine name with Dutch and Germanic origins, likely derived from a surname. It historically referred to someone who made baskets (from 'korf' meaning 'basket') or possibly someone who…
