Female and male first names beginning with the letter “C”..

CYNTHYA

Female

Distinctive Greek-derived name meaning 'from Mount Cynthus,' Apollo's mythical birthplace.

CYNTIA

Female

Latin origin, translating to "girded" or "clothed," originally referring to a belt or girdle used for clothing. It gained prominence during the Middle Ages as a female variant of Cynthia, derived from the Greek word for "woman from Kynthos.

CYNTORIA

Female

Unique female given name of Latin origin, meaning "from Cynthus," the sacred mountain in Greece associated with the goddess Artemis. It combines "cyntia" with "-oria," suggesting a connection to hills or mountains. Throughout history, Cyntoria has been relatively rare but notable individuals have borne this name, including Saint Cyntoria and civil rights activist Cyntoria Brown.

CYNTRELL

Female

Welsh name meaning "chief of the country", derived from the elements "cyn" (chief) and "tre" (country).

CYON

Male

The name Cyon originates from Greek and means "hound" or "dog", derived from the Greek word "kuon".

CYONNA

Female

Beautiful African name of Igbo origin, meaning "God has answered my prayers.

CYPHER

Male

Rare and mysterious given name with uncertain origins, often associated with the concept of codes or the fictional character Neo from "The Matrix." It has gained popularity in recent years as a unisex name for its distinctive sound and symbolic potential.

CYPRESS

Female

Rare Greek-derived given name meaning "cypress tree," symbolizing mourning and remembrance in ancient cultures.

CYPRESS

Male

Unique Greek-derived name meaning "cypress tree," revered in various cultures throughout history for its evergreen foliage and tall, slender shape.

CYPRIAN

Male

Latin-derived name meaning 'of Cyprus', the mythical birthplace of Venus, and is associated with Saint Cyprian, a 3rd-century bishop known for his faith and courage.

CYPRIS

Female

Rare yet elegant female given name derived from the Greek word "Kypros," meaning "Cypria" or related to Cyprus, the Mediterranean island nation. In Greek mythology, Cypris was an alternate name for Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, born from sea foam on Cypriot shores.

CYPRUS

Male

Rare yet powerful name of Greek origin, meaning "elephant" or "overwhelming," derived from the ancient Greek word "kipros.

CYPRUS

Female

Rare yet meaningful name of Greek origin, signifying 'elephant' and derived from the ancient Greek word 'kyprios', referencing the island of Cyprus where elephants were once abundant.

CYRA

Female

Greek name derived from "kyros," meaning "lord" or "master.

CYRAH

Female

Beautiful Hebrew name meaning 'songbird'.

CYRANO

Male

Rare French-origin given name inspired by Edmond Rostand's 1897 play "Cyrano de Bergerac," meaning 'to care for' or 'to govern'.

CYRE

Female

Rare but beautiful feminine given name with roots in ancient Greece, meaning "throne" or "seat of power." It is associated with royalty and carries rich historical significance, notably through Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire around 550 BCE.

CYRE

Male

Greek origin, means 'eagle', symbolizing strength and courage.

CYREE

Male

Uncommon African name derived from the Yoruba tribe's reference to the Niger River, signifying "born near the great river" or "one who comes from life's source".

CYRELL

Male

Rare French-derived name with origins dating back to 11th-century Normandy. It means 'dark-haired' or possibly 'from Cerisy'.

CYRELLE

Female

Distinctive French name derived from "cyprès," meaning "cypress," symbolizing strength and longevity.

CYREN

Male

Rare, distinctive Greek name derived from the ancient city of Cyrrhus, known for its strategic trade routes. It gained popularity through early Christian martyrs like Saint Cyrenius.

CYRENA

Female

Rare yet captivating female name of Greek origin, meaning 'of Cyrene' or 'from Cyrene', derived from the ancient city-state of Cyrene in present-day Libya.

CYRENE

Female

Cyrene: A feminine given name of Greek origin derived from the ancient city Cyrenaica in Libya. It is associated with strength and courage, as seen in its mythological namesake who helped Zeus defeat Typhon. The name has historical significance and appears in various forms throughout history.

CYRENITY

Female

Rare feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "cyrena," meaning "from Cyrene," an ancient Greek colony in Libya.

CYRENNA

Female

Uncommon Greek female name derived from the ancient city of Cyrene in Libya, meaning 'of Cyrene'.

CYRESS

Male

Attractive, unique name with unknown origins.

CYRIA

Female

Greek female name derived from 'Kyria,' meaning 'lady' or 'mistress.'

CYRIAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning "my sun" or "song of the sun," inspired by King Cyrus of Persia from the Bible.

CYRIANA

Female

Rare, Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'throne' or 'chamber', popular among Roman nobility and associated with notable figures like Saint Cyriaca.

CYRIC

Male

Unique, old Slavic name meaning 'handwriting' or 'written letter', historically significant due to its association with Saint Cyril, a 9th-century missionary and scholar credited with creating the first written language for the Slavs.

CYRIE

Male

Rare French given name derived from the Greek word 'Kyrios', meaning 'lord' or 'master'. It has historical associations with power, authority, and religion.

CYRIEL

Male

Cyrielle is a distinctive French feminine form of the Greek name Cyrus, originally meaning "throne" or "of the sun," and historically associated with Persian rulers like Cyrus the Great.

CYRIELLE

Female

French feminine given name derived from the Greek Kyriake, meaning "lord" or "master". It has been popular in France for centuries and was first recorded during the Middle Ages, often given to girls born into noble families. Today, Cyrielle remains a popular choice among parents seeking a unique and elegant feminine name.

CYRIL

Male

Greek-origin name meaning 'Lord', derived from 'Kyrillos'. It's composed of 'kyrios' (lord/master) and 'oros' (mountain). Saint Cyril, a 9th-century missionary, created the Cyrillic script still used today.

CYRIL

Female

Greek-derived masculine given name meaning "lord" or "master," derived from the Greek word "kyros." It has been popular among early Christian saints and continues to be used worldwide today, often associated with intelligence, leadership, and wisdom due to its meaning.

CYRILL

Male

Cyril is a Greek name meaning 'lord' or 'master', popular throughout history, particularly among royalty and nobility.

CYRILLA

Female

Rare yet powerful Greek name meaning 'lord' or 'master', associated with authority and leadership.

CYRILLE

Male

Male given name of Greek origin, derived from 'Kyrillos' meaning 'lord' or 'master', popularized in France during the Middle Ages.

CYRILLE

Female

Male given name of Greek origin that means "lord" or "chief".