alyshadragonfriend's list "Girls Names A Through E" of 20 great name ideas: Caria - Cat!

Girls Names A Through E

A long list of girls names beginning with the letters A through E. I hope it is useful.

Caria is both a rare elaboration of Cara and Carrie and and the name of an ancient region of Asia Minor. Given to a handful of girls in the US since the 50s, it is rarely given to more than 10 babies in a single year.
 
As an elaboration, it derives from either Caroline (vias Carrie) meaning "free man", or from the Irish and Italian Cara, meaning "beloved, dear" and "friend". As an ancient place name, it connects to a region of what was once Anatolia and is now modern day Turkey. The name may have come from the king of the region, Car or Kar, who may or may not have been the same Kar of Megara in Greek mythology.

Caria

The Welsh word for "love" and a term of endearment turned modern word-name, Cariad is a sweet possibility that might work well as a <a href="https:///list/630/70-lovely-names-for-february-babies">name for a February or Valentines baby</a> or a <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/412/christmas-baby-names">name for a Christmas baby.</a> A famous bearer is British comedian Cariad Lloyd.

Cariad

A variant spelling of Charis or Carys, relatively popular in the Netherlands.

Carice

Carilla is a feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin or Spanish linguistic roots. It could be related to the Latin word 'cara' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' with the diminutive suffix '-illa' added to create a name meaning 'little dear one.' Alternatively, it might be connected to the Spanish word 'cariño' meaning 'affection' or 'tenderness.' As a given name, Carilla is quite rare and uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. The name has a melodic, flowing sound with its soft consonants and open vowels, making it appealing to parents seeking something unique yet feminine. While not widely used, Carilla offers an intriguing option for those drawn to names with a romantic, Southern European flair.

Carilla

Carita may feel like an endearing nickname but it's a name in its own right, used throughout Scandinavia in this form and as Karita, Caritas, and Karitas as a variation on Charity.

Carita

The Roman goddess of childbirth, prophecy, and technological innovation, said to be the inventor of the Roman alphabet. This name, which comes from the word for "song", is unused in the USA, but would be a fresh, feminine update to Carmen.

Carmenta

Upper-crusty nickname occasionally used in Britain, particularly in 1930s novels featuring significant garden party scenes, but eclipsed here by Carrie et al. 

Caro

A Welsh place name, possibly from the caru root, meaning "love, affection", Caron could work as a way to honor a Karen with a twist. It can also be used as a masculine name, as a variation of the Greek Charon ("fierce brightness") or French Chèron (possibly from Roman Carinu, "beloved, dear").

Caron

A lovely international version of the dated Karen, also spelled Karoun.

Caroun

This feminine version of the Welsh name Carwyn could be a good choice for parents looking for something fresher than Bronwen.

Carwen

More popularly spelled as Carey, this succinct unisex option was popular in the 1960s and -70s, predominantly for boys, though it did appear in the charts for girls in the 60s through to the early 90s. Similar in sound (or style) to Carrie, Kerry, and Cassie, it ultimately comes from the Irish element ciar meaning "dare, black".

Cary

Carynna is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variant combining elements of Carina, Karina, or Corinne with a decorative ending. The root name Carina has Latin origins meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' while Corinne derives from the Greek 'kore' meaning 'maiden.' The unique spelling with the double 'n' and 'y' gives the name a contemporary and distinctive quality. Carynna is relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a melodic, feminine name with traditional roots but a modern twist. The name has a graceful flow and conveys a sense of elegance while remaining approachable.

Carynna

Casandria is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of Cassandra, an ancient Greek name meaning 'shining upon man' from mythology. This extended variation creates a more elaborate, romantic-sounding alternative while maintaining the classical roots. Extremely rare in usage, Casandria offers a distinctive choice that combines the familiar foundation of Cassandra with a unique twist. The name has never ranked among popular baby names in the United States or other English-speaking countries, remaining a truly uncommon selection. The addition of the extra syllable gives Casandria a flowing, almost regal quality that some parents might find appealing. Those named Casandria might appreciate having a name that feels both connected to classical tradition and individually distinctive.

Casandria

A nature name evocative of rushing waterfalls and flowing water, with a plausible, name-y sound thanks to it similarity to Cassie, Cassidy, and Cade. 

Cascade

Casondria is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Cassandra or Casandra. The name likely draws inspiration from the Greek mythological figure Cassandra, who was blessed with the gift of prophecy but cursed so that no one would believe her predictions. Casondria has a melodic quality with its flowing syllables and soft sounds. While not among the most common names in current popularity charts, Casondria offers an alternative for parents seeking a distinctive name with classical roots but a contemporary feel. The name carries an air of elegance and individuality, potentially appealing to those looking for something unique yet feminine.

Casondria

Ties to the unfortunate Mama are now unraveling, leaving Cass or Cassie to stand on its own as a fresher sounding Cathy or Kate. With gender-neutral names abound and the growing trend of boyish nicknames for girls, Cass may be on the up and up. 

Cass

Casse is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a shortened form of Cassandra (Greek for 'she who entangles men'), Cassie, or Cassidy. Alternatively, it could derive from the French word 'casse' meaning 'to break' or related to the cinnamon-like spice cassia. The simplicity of this name gives it a contemporary feel, though it remains uncommon in most Western countries. The pronunciation might vary between 'kass' (rhyming with mass) or 'kah-say' depending on the cultural context. Casse offers a streamlined alternative to longer names while maintaining a feminine identity. Its brevity makes it distinctive in an era when many feminine names are multi-syllabic.

Casse

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 <a href="https://nameberry.com/search/girls-names/c">girl names starting with C</a>.

Cassiana

The exact meaning of Castania is unknown, but it is likely related to the Italian word castana, meaning "brown". Some sources connect this name to the Spanish castaña, "chestnut", but there is no evidence behind that meaning.

Castania

May be the most modern, stylish Catherine nickname: more unusual than Kate or Cate, with an animal and word name edge.  Cat Power is a trendy folksinger.