English Boy Names Starting With C
569 names with meanings and origins.
Looking for a English boy's name that starts with C? Here are 569 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. English names range from old Anglo-Saxon classics to modern surname-style and nature names.
Top picks
- Charles — “Free man; king”
- Colton — “Coal town”
- Cedric — “Kindly; loved”
- Clifford — “An English unisex name originally used for someone who lived near a ford at a steep cliff.”
- Curtis — “Polite; courteous; courteous; from a surname derived from the old french curteis meaning courteous”
- Cyneleah — “This English name describes someone who lives in the royal meadow. It combines Old English elements denoting royalty and a clearing or field.”
- Cleme — “Diminutive of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
- Crescent — “An English unisex name that means to grow or to create, often associated with the shape of the moon.”
- Crosland — “An English name that literally translates to cross land. It originally identified people living near a land-marking cross.”
- Cass — “Curly-headed; diminutive of caspar: wealthy man”
Boy · English · “An English surname-derived name related to 'Cable,' traditionally referring to a maker of ropes.”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name originally serving as an occupational surname for a ropemaker or a manufacturer of thick ropes.”
Boy · English · “An English name that identifies someone originating from the warrior's settlement. It combines elements suggesting a historic military habitation.”
Boy · English · “Derived from English roots, this name signifies a person from the settlement of warriors. It reflects a location once inhabited by soldiers.”
Boy · English · “Originating from English, this male name means from the soldier's land, likely referring to an estate granted to a warrior.”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning from the warrior's town, denoting a settlement historically linked to soldiers or defense.”
Boy · English · “Variant of cadell: small battle; spirit of the battle”
Boy · English · “War-ready, battle sharp; war-ready; battle sharp”
Unisex · English · “Pure; diminutive of cadell: small battle; spirit of the battle”
Boy · English · “Battle; variant of cadell: small battle; spirit of the battle”
Boy · English · “An English name of Welsh legendary origins, referring to the father of Gweir. It is rooted in early British mythology.”
Unisex · English · “Fighter; spirit of battle. see also kade”
Boy · English · “Variant of cadwaladr: war leader; battle leader”
Boy · English · “Battle leader. this name dates back to the 7th century. more commonly used as a surname than a first name in the present day”
Boy · English · “Variant of cadwaladr: war leader; battle leader”
Boy · English · “Battle leader. this name dates back to the 7th century. more commonly used as a surname than a first name in the present day”
Boy · English · “Battle disolver. also a variant of cadwallon: arranges the battle”
Boy · English · “An English and Welsh name of a king. The meaning involves the arrangement or management of a battle.”
Boy · English · “Cadwgawn means 'Legendary son of Iddon', linking your child to a rich, mythical heritage and a line of ancient tales.”
Boy · English · “A name rich in ancient lore, signifying the 'legendary son of Gwlyon.' A unique choice connecting to heroic tales.”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to the legendary son of Gereint. It is rooted in traditional Arthurian and Welsh-associated folklore.”
Boy · English · “An Old English name meaning one who lives at the watercress spring. It describes a specific natural feature of the landscape.”
Unisex · English · “Full of color; rejoice; a diminutive of cajus, frequently used as an independent name in wales. rejoicer”
Boy · English · “A name of English origin meaning one who comes from the valley of the clear river. It evokes imagery of pristine water and peaceful landscapes.”
Boy · English · “Derived from cai, joy; variant of cai: joy”
Unisex · English · “Short for names beginning with cal; bald; abbreviation of names beginning with cal-”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to the legendary son of Caw. It is rooted in Arthurian legend and Welsh mythology.”
Boy · English · “This English name means 'from the cold spring.' It refers to a cool, refreshing water source or well.”
Boy · English · “This English name refers to the legendary sword Excalibur, famously known as the blade of King Arthur.”
Boy · English · “An English literary name famously appearing in Shakespeare's The Tempest to describe a savage and deformed figure.”
Boy · English · “Spiritual one.”
Boy · English · “From the winding valley; from the crooked valley”
Unisex · English · “This lovely name evokes images of natural beauty, meaning 'from the winding valley.' A beautiful and flowing choice.”
Boy · English · “A name from English and Welsh legend, identifying the son of Govynyon. It appears in the context of early Arthurian tradition.”
Boy · English · “A male name with literary ties to Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, where the character is a Lord of Sicilia.”
Boy · English · “An English name referencing the historic city and the religious office of the Archbishop of Canterbury.”
Boy · English · “The life of timon of athens timons servant”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning he who is in charge. It is derived from the Latin word for head, denoting a leader or commander.”
Boy · English · “An English variant of the Welsh Caradog, known in legend as the father of Eudav. It is traditionally associated with nobility.”
Boy · English · “Dearly loved; beloved; affection; amiable. famous bearer: first century british king caradoc, better known as king caractacus”
Boy · English · “Variant of caradoc: affection; amiable; derived from caradoc, affection, amiable”
Boy · English · “From the river / from the fort on the hill / having dark features”
Unisex · English · “Variant of carlin: small champion; hill where old women or witches gather”
Boy · English · “Of English origin, this name means 'from the walled city.' It refers to the historic city in Cumbria near the Scottish border.”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning son of Carl. It is often associated with the name Carlton, meaning a town of free men.”
Boy · English · “Town of charles; from the land between the streams”
Unisex · English · “Strong one; diminutive of carlin: small champion; feminine form of carl: variant of the germanic form of charles, meaning: a man”
Boy · English · “This English name is a variant of Carlisle, meaning 'from the walled city.' It signifies a person living near a fort or stronghold.”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name with roots in Latin and Hebrew, meaning garden, vine dresser, or a song.”
Boy · English · “An English name for boys that means defender of the castle, referring to one who protects a fortified battlement.”
Boy · English · “Variant of carroll: man. famous bearer: late television actor carroll oconnor”
Unisex · English · “Loving, kind.”
Boy · English · “From the river / from the fort on the hill / having dark features”
Unisex · English · “Melody, song; abbreviation of carol and caroline from the masculine charles meaning manly; a diminutive of caroline, often used as an independent name”
Unisex · English · “A form of carson”
Boy · English · “A unisex English name meaning 'son of Carr.' It is a common surname of Scottish and Irish origin meaning 'son of the marsh-dwellers.'”
Boy · English · “Carswell is a refreshing name, meaning 'lives at the watercress spring.' It suggests a connection to nature, purity, and a vibrant, life-giving source.”
Unisex · English · “Son of carr.”
Unisex · English · “An English occupational surname for a person who transports goods using a cart, now commonly used as a unisex given name.”
Boy · English · “Loving; the anglicized form of the irish carthach, which is a variant of caradoc. the irish st. carthach, also known as st carthage, founded an early 7th century monastery at lismore, county waterford; variant of caradoc: affection; amiable”
Boy · English · “This English name describes someone dwelling at the land between streams. It likely refers to a geographical location where two bodies of water meet.”
Boy · English · “This English name identifies a skilled professional who specializes in the construction and repair of wooden carts.”
Boy · English · “From the river / from the fort on the hill / having dark features”
Unisex · English · “Joy; variant of carys: love; variant of carole: the french form of the english carol, a dimunitive of charles meaning strong”
Boy · English · “Cas means 'Legendary son of Seidi', connecting your child to a storied lineage and the echoes of ancient tales.”
Boy · English · “Bringer of peace; chest; variant of casey: observant; alert; vigorous”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name that emerged as a contemporary choice, originally referring to a maker of chests or money.”
Boy · English · “Rooted in English lore, this name refers to a legendary nobleman or a figure of high status.”
Boy · English · “An English form of a Persian name, it is traditionally associated with a wealthy man or a royal treasurer.”
Unisex · English · “Curly-headed; diminutive of caspar: wealthy man”
Boy · English · “An English name tied to Welsh mythology, identifying the legendary son of Beli Mawr.”
Unisex · English · “A unisex English name identifying someone from the Roman camp. It is derived from the Latin word 'castra', meaning a fortified place.”
Boy · English · “A name of English and Welsh origin referring to the legendary son of Beli and a historical British chieftain.”
Unisex · English · “Name of a monster; cat; diminutive of catherine: pure, clear. form of the latin katharina, from the greek aikaterina; diminutive of catherine or kathleen; diminutive of katherine: pure. clear. from the gaelic form caitlin”
Boy · English · “This English and Welsh legendary name identifies the son of Caradawg. It stems from early British genealogical folklore.”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name meaning lives at the camp. It is derived from the Latin word castra, often used in British place names like Chester.”
Boy · English · “One who is blind ; patron saint of music”
Boy · English · “Variant of cecil: blind (from the roman clan name caecilius). famous bearers: the african state of rhodesia is named after british statesman cecil rhodes; american film producer/director cecil b. de mille”
Boy · English · “Variant of cecil: blind (from the roman clan name caecilius). famous bearers: the african state of rhodesia is named after british statesman cecil rhodes; american film producer/director cecil b. de mille”
Boy · English · “This is the name of a notable 7th-century Celtic bishop and saint. It is an English name with ancient roots in early Christian history.”
Boy · English · “Kindly; loved”
Boy · English · “Variant of cedric: war leader; gift of splendor”
Boy · English · “This English name is interpreted as a gift of splendor, representing brightness and honorable character.”
Boy · English · “Variant of cedric: cedric was a character in sir walter scotts 1819 novel ivanhoe. possibly derived from a misspelling of cerdic, a 6th-century king of wessex, or from the welsh cedrych, meaning bounty-pattern; variant of cedric: war leader; gift of splendor”
Boy · English · “A name steeped in ancient mythology, signifying the 'legendary uncle of Lugh.' A distinctive choice with a heroic connection.”
Boy · English · “This Old English name refers to an individual who originates from a farmstead located by a spring. It combines the elements for spring and settlement.”
Boy · English · “Variant of cecil: blind (from the roman clan name caecilius). famous bearers: the african state of rhodesia is named after british statesman cecil rhodes; american film producer/director cecil b. de mille; from the latin caelum, meaning heaven”
Boy · English · “This Old English name, famously held by a Northumbrian abbot, combines elements meaning ship and peace.”
Boy · English · “An English name belonging to a historic king and founder of Wessex. It is interpreted as meaning cherished or beloved.”
Boy · English · “Derived from cerdic, cherished; variant of cerdic: cherished”
Boy · English · “Variant of cerdic: cherished; derived from cerdic, cherished”
Boy · English · “Pericles prince of tyre a lord of ephesus”
Unisex · English · “This name is a variation of the Welsh name Carys, meaning beloved or love. It is frequently used in English-speaking regions as a lyrical unisex choice.”
Boy · English · “Rooted in English origins, this name describes someone who dwells in or comes from a cottage by the winding path.”
Boy · English · “This unique name means 'from the cottage on the winding path,' evoking a sense of charm, adventure, and connection to nature. A delightful choice.”
Boy · English · “Variant of chad: protector; defender. english form of a welsh name meaning battle or warring. famous bearer: 7th- century bishop st chad founded the samaritans, a charitable organization providing service for the suicidal and despairing”
Unisex · English · “An English name derived from the word Chase, it traditionally signifies a hunter or someone who pursues.”
Boy · English · “Keeper of the records; fortune; a gamble. variant of chauncey”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to a keeper of records or a secretary. It originally denoted a high-ranking official or administrative leader.”
Unisex · English · “An English occupational name that means candle maker. It was originally used for people who made or sold candles and soap.”
Boy · English · “An English name meaning young wolf. It can also be interpreted to mean someone who is beauteous or beloved.”
Boy · English · “Resembling a flower blossom / a blissful woman”
Boy · English · “An official of the church / resembling a young wolf”
Unisex · English · “A unisex English name that can mean young wolf. It is also used as a variant of Canon, referring to a member of the clergy.”
Boy · English · “This name means 'locust,' reflecting its unique connection to the natural world. A distinctive choice for a child.”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of chapman, peddler, merchant”
Boy · English · “An English masculine name that literally means a clergyman, historically used to denote a member of the ministry.”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of chapman, peddler, merchant”
Boy · English · “One of the three graces in greek mythology”
Boy · English · “Free man; king”
Boy · English · “This English male name means son of a free man, serving as a patronymic variant of the classic name Carl or Charles.”
Unisex · English · “An English masculine name meaning a man or freeholder, often associated with the famous city in South Carolina.”
Boy · English · “An English locational name for boys that signifies someone coming from Charles's farm or settlement.”
Unisex · English · “A man, variant of carl; diminutive of charlotte: a feminine form of charles, meaning man or manly. alternate meaning, tiny and feminine”
Unisex · English · “Diminutive of charlotte: a feminine form of charles, meaning man or manly. alternate meaning, tiny and feminine; diminutive of charles: from the old english ceorl meaning man; nickname for charles/charlotte”
Boy · English · “One who is manly and strong / a free man”
Boy · English · “An English surname and given name meaning the settlement or house where Charles lives. It combines 'Charles' with the Old English 'tun'.”
Unisex · English · “A modern form of Charles, this name beautifully means 'manly.' It’s a versatile and endearing choice for your little one.”
Unisex · English · “An English name for boys meaning from the soldier's land, referring to a homestead or village belonging to warriors.”
Boy · English · “A name of Hopi origin for males that translates to a crier chief, a specific leadership role.”
Boy · English · “Chancellor; fortune; a gamble. variant of chauncey”
Boy · English · “Chancellor; fortune; a gamble. from a surname based on a french place name. famous bearers: charles chauncy, an early harvard university president”
Boy · English · “This male name has Sioux origins and means falcon, representing the speed and keen sight of the bird of prey.”
Boy · English · “Cheauka is a Hopi name meaning 'clay', a beautiful and earthy name connecting your child to nature and creation.”
Unisex · English · “Beloved; feminine form of charles; variant of carys: love; variant of the french cherie: dear one; darling. rhyming variant of names like meryl and beryl”
Boy · English · “Chesmu is a lively name, meaning 'gritty,' 'rough,' 'abrasive,' and 'witty.' It suggests a spirited, resilient, and sharp-minded individual with a great sense of humor.”
Boy · English · “An English name meaning the camp of the soldiers. It historically refers to a fortified place or a military settlement.”
Unisex · English · “An English name derived from the Latin word castra, signifying a walled town, fortress, or military camp.”
Boy · English · “Chet is a male name of English origin, suggesting a protective or military structure. It means 'a fortress' or 'camp,' indicating a secure dwelling or strategic location.”
Boy · English · “A traditional English name for boys. It refers to someone who lived in a cottage located on a winding path.”
Boy · English · “This English name describes a person associated with the cottage on the winding path, based on old topographic terms.”
Boy · English · “Horseman; knight. an abbreviation of chevalier. actor-comedian chevy chase; from the cottage on the winding path”
Boy · English · “An English name with Hopi roots that translates to spirit warrior, signifying a brave and spiritual soul.”
Boy · English · “Spirit warrior (hopi); horseman; knight. an abbreviation of chevalier. actor-comedian chevy chase”
Unisex · English · “An English diminutive and unisex name originally derived from the classic name Charles.”
Boy · English · “A masculine English name that serves as a shortened form or variant of the surname Chilton.”
Boy · English · “An English surname and given name referring to a town or farmstead located by a river.”
Boy · English · “Originally a nickname, this English name is associated with the chipping sparrow, a small and lively songbird.”
Boy · English · “An English name of Creek origin meaning brave. it is a short, powerful name used to denote courage and strength.”
Boy · English · “A name of Native American Hopi origin that refers to a mud mound. It is often linked to specific traditional landmarks or structures.”
Boy · English · “Throne for the clouds; throne for the clouds (hopi)”
Boy · English · “White tailed deer; white tailed deer (hopi)”
Boy · English · “A name of Algonquin origin meaning blackbird, frequently used in English-speaking regions.”
Boy · English · “Fortune; fortune; a gamble. variant of chauncey”
Boy · English · “A masculine name of Hopi origin meaning antelope. It represents the swiftness and grace of the animal.”
Boy · English · “This name comes from the Hopi language and means young deer. It reflects a deep connection to nature and the grace of the animal.”
Boy · English · “Joined together by water; joined together by water (hopi)”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”
Unisex · English · “One who bears christ inside”
Unisex · English · “A feminine name of English origin derived from Christian, meaning a follower of Christ or the anointed one.”
Unisex · English · “Of the christian faith; servant of christ”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”
Boy · English · “Variant of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”
Boy · English · “Variant of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”
Boy · English · “Variant of christopher: he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”
Unisex · English · “Christ-bearer; he who holds christ in his heart. famous bearers: actors christopher plummer and christopher walken; explorer christopher columbus”
Unisex · English · “Of christ; christian; abbreviation of christine. follower of christ”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of christian: follower of christ. chris is used as a diminutive of many masculine and feminine names beginning with chris-, including christian, christina, christine, and christopher”
Boy · English · “This Hopi name translates to deer spirit. It reflects the spiritual connection to nature and wildlife found in Native American heritage.”
Boy · English · “From the name charles; a diminutive of charles from the old english ceorl meaning man. famous bearer: american singer chuck berry”
Boy · English · “Natures renewal.”
Boy · English · “This English surname indicates a person who lives at the church hill. It is most famously associated with the British Prime Minister Winston Churchill.”
Boy · English · “A variant spelling of Churchill, this English name describes someone residing near a hill where a church is situated.”
Boy · English · “A Latin name meaning chickpea, famously borne by the Roman philosopher and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero.”
Boy · English · “An Old English name describing someone who lives at the king's spring. It is a locational name referring to a royal water source.”
Boy · English · “This distinguished name evokes a serene image for your child: someone who lives gracefully at the king's spring, connected to nature.”
Boy · English · “Cinwell paints a picture of a calm spirit, suggesting your little one lives at the king's spring, surrounded by natural beauty.”
Unisex · English · “A Dakota name meaning little one. This unisex name is used by Native American families to denote the smallest or youngest member.”
Boy · English · “This name means 'lives at the church hill,' evoking a sense of community, peace, and connection to a special place.”
Unisex · English · “Diminutive of christie: diminutives of any masculine or feminine name begining with christ-, for example christahel, christian, or christopher; hard difficult straw for age”
Unisex · English · “Diminutive of christie: diminutives of any masculine or feminine name begining with christ-, for example christahel, christian, or christopher”
Boy · English · “An Old English name meaning from the clay brook, describing someone living near a muddy stream.”
Boy · English · “A traditional English name referring to a person who originated from the clay brook.”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from Clarence, meaning clear. It evokes a sense of transparency, light, and intellectual clarity.”
Boy · English · “This English name serves as a diminutive for Clarence, meaning clear or luminous. It carries a sense of brightness and transparency.”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to a cleric, scholar, or a person who works as a secretary.”
Boy · English · “Lame; from the roman clan name claudius, derived from the latin meaning lame. f: claudette, claudia, claudine; from the french claude, a variant of the latin claudium meaning lame. introduced into scotland by the 6th century hamilton family. famous person: british actor claude rains”
Unisex · English · “Lame; from the roman clan name claudius, derived from the latin meaning lame. f: claudette, claudia, claudine”
Boy · English · “An English topographic name for someone residing near a stream with clay-rich soil.”
Boy · English · “From the clay stream (variant of Claibourne)”
Boy · English · “A variation of the English name Clayborne, meaning a resident of the clay brook.”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to a brook or stream characterized by clay banks.”
Boy · English · “An English name referring to land composed of clay, often used as an extension of the name Clayton.”
Boy · English · “A unisex English name that describes a town or settlement located near clay-rich land.”
Boy · English · “Derived from clayton, town by a clay bed”
Boy · English · “Derived from clayton, town by a clay bed”
Boy · English · “An English habitational name that describes a person who lived in or near a settlement or town built on clay land.”
Boy · English · “An English name derived from Cleavant, meaning a steep bank or cliff. It was originally used to describe someone living near such a landscape.”
Boy · English · “An English name meaning cliff or from the cliff. It is often considered a variant of the name Cleavant, denoting a rugged landscape.”
Unisex · English · “An English unisex name serving as a shortened form of Clement, meaning 'merciful' or 'mild.'”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Boy · English · “Variant of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Boy · English · “A masculine English and Latin name derived from Clement, which signifies a person who is merciful and gentle.”
Boy · English · “Variant of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Unisex · English · “Diminutive of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Boy · English · “Variant of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Boy · English · “Diminutive of clement: gentle. famous bearer: clement moore, writer of twas the night before christmas”
Boy · English · “An English literary name featured in Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale as a lord of Sicilia.”
Boy · English · “An English occupational name derived from Clark, meaning a scholar or a member of the clergy. It denotes someone who is literate and educated.”
Boy · English · “Clerk is a name with a scholarly feel, derived from 'Clark', meaning 'scholar'. A great name for a future bright mind.”
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