Girl Names Starting With C

Like the French author with whom the name is most closely associated, Colette is a chic and charming name that is being rediscovered. After disappearing for nearly 30 years, Colette rejoined the Top 1000 in 2012 at Number 659 and has continued to rise since then.

The name of the tragic mythological Trojan princess who was given the gift of prophecy by Apollo, but was condemned never to be believed, Cassandra has been used for striking characters in movies and soap operas. Ethereal and delicate, Cassandra was in the Top 70 throughout the 1990s but is now descending in popularity.

Carina is a pretty delicately feminine name whose fall from popularity is not helped by its similarity to hurricane name Katrina or slang victim Karen.

Though not much in use, still retains a cozy Little House on the Prairie-type pioneer feel.

An attractive and unusual name that may be a variation of Cleo, Clea was possibly invented by Lawrence Durrell for a character in his Alexandria Quartet.

Christina, a pretty and feminine, crystal clear classic, may be trending downward, but it's never out of style. Christina's short forms Chris, Christie, and Tina all seem dated—making the royal Christina best used in its full glory.

What's Cia short for? Cynthia or most any other C-name. Stylish in its sleek Mia-Nia minimalist feel, but may remind some of the Central Intelligence Agency.

Cerelia is a melodic and unusual choice, perfect for a child born in April or May. Another version is Cerella.

Coraline may not be original to Neil Gaiman's wonderful book of the same name, but it might as well be. Gaiman's young heroine Coraline Jones is constantly called Caroline but as a name Coraline is more distinctive and has a more mysterious feel. The 2002 novel Coraline was made into a 2009 animated film voiced by Dakota Fanning and nominated for an Academy Award.

Midcentury Irish-American favorite, never used in Ireland itself, being the generic word for "girl"; rarely given today.

Strongly feminine variation of Colby with two prime associations: singer Colbie Caillat and actress Colbie Smulders (born Jacoba).

Cute but slight mix of stylish sounds Cam and Bree, chosen by Rick Schroder for his daughter.

Crimson could be a possible competitor for Scarlett's success, though it's lacking that Johansson charm.

The rarely heard feminine version of the saint's name Cassian, this name is elegant and somewhat frilly, but holds the possibility of more straightforward nicknames like Cass, Cassie or Ana. With the rise of the whole group of names for both genders starting with the Cass sound, Cassiana has the potential to become one of the more visible girl names starting with C.

Cyane is a mythological Sicilian nymph who lived in a pool and whose name is an intriguing twist on the color name trend.

Carlotta has a large measure of finger-snapping charm and substance — despite being a not too pleasant character in The Little Mermaid. Carlotta is also the diva/prima donna in The Phantom of the Opera, and there was an Empress Carlotta of Mexico.

Cindy as a name in its own right made it into the Top 20 in 1957 and remained a Top 200 girls' name until the end of the 20th century. Although it's fallen precipitously since then and left the Top 1000 completely in 2015, Cindy remains a name commonly heard in the US. Today, though, it would more likely be attached to moms or grandmas than to babies.

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 diminutive, affectionate quality. While not among the most common names, Cerella has a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something unique yet familiar-sounding. Its pronunciation (se-REL-ah) flows elegantly, and the name conveys a sense of beauty and grace. Cerella remains relatively uncommon in most English-speaking countries, making it a distinctive choice for parents wanting a name that stands out without being difficult to pronounce or spell.

Colinda is a melodic feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Spanish name Celinda, a variant of Celina meaning "heavenly," or it could be related to the name Colina, meaning "hill" or "mountain." In some contexts, it appears as a variation of names like Calinda or Kalinda, which have roots in Spanish, Greek, or Hindi origins. The name has a lyrical, flowing quality with its soft consonants and vowel endings. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Colinda occasionally appears in Hispanic communities and has seen sporadic usage throughout the 20th century. Its musical sound and cross-cultural appeal give it a romantic, somewhat exotic character while remaining relatively easy to pronounce and spell.

Lovely, international, tea-scented possibility undiscovered by baby names.