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Naming a baby girl can be delightful and tricky at the same time when you have plenty of options to choose from. Baby girl names that start with letter C open a new world with each carrying its special charm, history, and meaning. These names are taken from various cultures, languages, and customs, and include the traditional and timeless names to the novel and modern ones. Names beginning with this letter have religious associations ranging from St. Catherine of Siena to St. Christina of Bolsena (1) (2). The letter C defines a versatile, competent, and skillful person. Those with this initial in their names are believed to be kind, gentle, and generous with their money. They want to be successful in whatever they do and work hard to achieve their goals. Girls whose names start with C are especially likable because they are charming, easygoing, and great conversationalists. Their articulate nature and excellent communication skills inspire and motivate people. They even try to find areas where they can utilize their talents best. Loyalty is extremely important for a C person. They are loyal, and they expect it in return. The letter C is equivalent to three in numerology. People with this number are driven by intuition and thrive on change, even if it sometimes seems intimidating. On the downside, C people can become aggressive when hurt. They even take too much on their plate at once and may not even finish what they start. So if you want your daughter to grow up with these same or similar skills, go for a name beginning with the letter C. Choose from the below list of names that represent varied positive attributes such as power, knowledge, kindness, beauty, and grace. You may also give your daughter's name a personal touch by infusing it with their ideals.
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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| |  Girl | Free person; Petite | |
| | Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear | |
| | Girl | Strong, free, independent woman | |
| | Girl | Blind | |
| | Girl | Purity; Pure beauty | |
| | Girl | Free person | |
| | Girl | Young ceremonial attendant; Priest's helper | |
| | Girl | Orchid | |
| | Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper; Honorable | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | One with a free spirit | |
| | Girl | Heavenly | |
| | Girl | God's garden; Ode | |
| | Girl | Victory of the people; Young creature | |
| | Girl | Curly hair; Curly head | |
| | Girl | Little strong and free woman | |
| | Girl | Strong and free woman | |
| | Girl | Merciful; Gentle | |
| | Girl | Blind; Lily of heaven | |
| | Girl | An excelling and shining woman | |
| | Girl | Beautiful-voiced | |
| | Girl | Wild boar; Goat; Whimsical; An island in Italy | |
| | Girl | Anointed; Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| | Girl | A chalk wharf | |
| | Girl | Life | |
| | Girl | Red speakers | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Girl | Coral | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow; Falling | |
| | Girl | The one from the heaven | |
| | Girl | A favor from almighty God | |
| | Girl | Fame; Popular; Glory | |
| | Girl | Moon; Woman from Cynthus | |
| | Girl | Dweller by the canal; Bottle-maker | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Level surface | |
| | Girl | Meadow flower; Wild flower | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear | |
| | Girl | Jewel of sea; Heart of a lion | |
| | Girl | Friend; Beloved | |
| | Girl | Maiden | |
| | Girl | Differently abled; Closed | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Girl | Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| | Girl | Dark haired; Dark complexioned | |
| | Girl | She who has a crooked mouth | |
| | Girl | Heavenly | |
| | Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| | Girl | To treasure | |
| | Girl | A thin, slim one | |
| | Girl | Heaven; The abode of God | |
| | Girl | To excel; To shine | |
| | Girl | The people; Fellow countrymen | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Pure | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Girl | Christian; Followers of Christ | |
| | Girl | Garden | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful; Fairest; Chalice | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful; Lily | |
| | Girl | Garden | |
| | Girl | The one who gives donation | |
| | Girl | A beautiful plant growing in the sea, that is used to make ornaments and jewellery | |
| | Girl | Blind of beauty; Heaven | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | This woman is free | |
| | Girl | Feminine form of Charles | |
| | Girl | Short | |
| | Girl | She who is like a Camellia flower | |
| | Girl | A small bird | |
| | Girl | Brave; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live | |
| | Girl | A free woman | |
| | Girl | Woman from Cynthus; Light | |
| | Girl | A free peasant girl | |
| | Girl | Steadfast | |
| | Girl | Victory of the people; Little things | |
| | Girl | Bright and clear; Attractive; Appealing | |
| | Girl | Chocolate bean; Palm tree; Help | |
| | Girl | Follower of Christ | |
| | Girl | An invented modern name | |
| | Girl | Praise of the Lord; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Pure; Clear | |
| | Girl | Pure | |
| | Girl | Slim; Fair; Beautiful; Laurel; Pure | |
| | Girl | Grove of oak | |
| | Girl | Castle; Fortress | |
| | Girl | Pure; To rejoice | |
| | Girl | A freedom-loving woman | |
| | Girl | Free woman | |
| | Girl | Red speakers | |
| | Girl | Grace; Kindness; Most beloved one | |
| | Girl | A strong, adaptable being | |
| | Girl | People who have emerged victorious | |
| | Girl | One from the coniferous tree | |
| | Girl | A woman who comes from Wales | |
| | Girl | Empty; Vain | |
| | Girl | Queen mother; White; Pure | |
| | Girl | A falling rhythm and flow | |
| | Girl | Clear; Obvious; Free of objections; Unclouded | |
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Parents looking for baby girl names beginning with the letter C are spoilt for choice. These names have beautiful meanings, historical significance, and cultural affinity. Names are a living embodiment of the connection between the past and the future and carry the aspiration of the parents. Celebrate the unique identity and positive vibes that come along with the baby names that begin with the letter C. Also, make sure the name you choose doesn’t have any negative connotations in other cultures.
Infographic: Captivating Baby Girl Names Starting With The Letter C
Names starting with the letter C have various characteristics and values associated with them. These names vary from religious connotations to aspired qualities such as beauty, strength, or wisdom. So, if you’re looking for names starting with C for your little girl, look no further. The infographic below provides some fantastic baby girl names which begin with the letter C and their associated meanings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which are some unique and uncommon baby girl names that start with C?
The letter C has been the beginning of various girl names all over the world. Caina, meaning ‘created by God,’ Calais, meaning ‘changing color,’ Calypso, meaning ‘to conceal,’ and Calliope, meaning ‘beautiful-voiced,’ are some great uncommon girl names. They also come with many cute nicknames, such as Cally, C, and Cal.
2. What is the origin and meaning of the name Charlotte?
Charlotte is a diminutive of the French male name Charles. It means ‘free man.’ This name dates back to the 14th century and has associations with royalty. For example, the second wife of King Louis XI of France was Charlotte of Savoy and Charlotte de Bourbon-La Marche (1).
3. Are there any famous women with the name Catherine or variations of it?
Catherine the Great, who ruled Russia from 1762 to 1796 in the past, and Catherine, the duch*ess of Cambridge in the modern day are two main famous figures associated with this name. English singer-songwriter Kate Bush (variation of Catherine), actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, and French actress Catherine Deneuve are other famous figures that bear the name's variations.
4. What are some nicknames for baby girl names that start with C?
Arlie, Callie, and Charlie are some cute nicknames for the popular girl name Charlotte, while Camm, Cammy, and Cami are good nicknames for Cameron. Carly and Carrie are pet forms of Caroline. But you can use these nicknames irrespective of the C-letter name of your daughter.
5. Which baby girl names start with C and have a nature or flower theme?
Chloe, meaning 'blooming', Crystal, meaning ‘gem,’ Cherry, meaning ‘cherry fruit’ or ‘brotherly love,’ and Clover, meaning ‘meadow flower’ are some great names that symbolize nature. Camelia, which is a flower and Carmel or orchard are other names that are inspired by nature and flowers.
6. What are some gender-neutral names that start with C?
There are quite many gender-neutral names that start with C, some examples are Cameron, meaning ‘crooked nose,’ Charlie, meaning ‘free man,’ Carson, meaning ‘son of the marsh-dwellers,’ Camden, meaning ‘winding valley,’ and Cali, meaning ‘lovely.’
References
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- St. Catherine of Siena.
https://www.piercedhearts.org/theology_heart/life_saints/catherine_siena.html - Saint Christina.
https://www.catholic-saints.info/patron-saints/saint-christina.htm
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Kavita KankaniMBA, BEd
Kavita has a diverse background in finance, human resources, and teaching. She did her MBA in Finance and HR at Solapur University, and bachelor in Education at Pune University. After working for three years in the banking industry, Kavita took up teaching before moving to writing.
Read full bio of Kavita Kankani
Akshay NairMA
Akshay is an associate editor and former journalist with more than four years of experience. A post graduate in Mass Communication and Journalism, he has strong professional and academic background in the field of content writing and editing.
Read full bio of Akshay Nair
N Pravenchandra SinghMA
Praven is an English literature expert. He did his bachelors in English from Delhi University and masters in English from Manipur University. Besides, he holds a certificate in multimedia design and content creation from NIELIT Imphal and presented papers at various national and international conferences.
Read full bio of N Pravenchandra Singh
