'Y' oh Why! (Boys Edition: A.B.C.)

Clayburn

Clayburn is a masculine name with English origins, derived from the words 'clay' (referring to the earthy material) and 'burn' (a small stream). Originally a surname denoting someone who lived near a…

Cleary

Irish

"cleric"

This Irish surname-name certainly feels brighter and fresher than the English equivalent, Clark.

Clooney

Irish

"from the meadow"

Variation of Cluny best only if you're a major George fan. And even then, better go with George, Georgia, or Georgiana.

Cluny

Irish

"from the meadow"

Likable Irish surname name, but bound to be confused with Clooney.

Connery

Irish

"warrior-lord"

This appealing name of a mythical king of Tara whose reign brough prosperity to his kingdom is strongly associated with actor Sean. The Irish form is Conaire.

Connolly

Irish

"fierce as a hound"

Connolly, an alternate spelling of Connelly, could make a livelier and less common substitute for Connor.

Covy

Irish

"victorious"

Variously spelled Covy and Covey, this is a surname derived from the first name Cobthach. Like cousins Coby and Cody, it has an energetic nickname feel.

Culley

Irish

"the meadow"

Cheerful and distinctive.

Cymbeline

Celtic

"sun lord or sun hound"

The title of a Shakespeare play based on legends featuring the early Celtic King Cunobelinus, whose name derives from the Gaulish sun god Belenus.