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    French Girl Names Starting With C

    143 names with meanings and origins.

    Looking for a French girl's name that starts with C? Here are 143 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. French names are known for their elegant sound and are loved around the world.

    Top picks

    1. Charlotte — “Free woman, petite and feminine”
    2. Camille — “Young ceremonial attendant”
    3. Colette — “Victory of the people”
    4. Carol — “Melody, song; champion; manly, strong. a variant of charles; from carolus, the latinized form of the name. famous bearer: pope john paul iis real name is karol wojtyla. karol is a variant spelling of carol used in several european countries”
    5. Calanthe — “A French name meaning beautiful flower, often associated with a type of orchid.”
    6. Cecile — “Blind; feminine form of cecil: derived from the roman clan name caecilius, which is based on the latin coccus meaning blind”
    7. Chenelle — “Canal, channel the popular perfume chanel”
    8. Charise — “Derived from French roots, this name carries the pleasant connotations of being charming, graceful, and full of hope for the future.”
    9. Charleena — “A French feminine variation of Charles. The name shares the core meaning of 'manly' or 'free man' found in its traditional male root.”
    10. Charlita — “A French feminine form of Charles, often used as a pet name. It preserves the original meaning of 'manly' or 'free' from its ancestral roots.”
    • Unisex · French · “Rhythmic; rhythm; variant of cady: a rhythmic flow of sounds; variant of cady meaning a rhythmic flow of sounds”

    • Girl · French · “A female name of Greek and French roots that translates to beautiful flower, evoking the image of a lovely blossom.”

    • Girl · French · “A French name meaning beautiful flower, often associated with a type of orchid.”

    • Girl · French · “Young ceremonial attendant”

    • Girl · French · “Free-born, noble variation of camilla; free-born; noble. variant of camilla who was the swift-running warrior maid in virgils aeneid”

    • Unisex · French · “From the beautiful field; crooked mouth; derived from a scottish surname based on the gaelic meaning crooked mouth. campbell is used occasionally as a first name in scotland, and in families of scottish descent in other parts of the world”

    • Girl · French · “Impulsive, whimsical; impulsive. although the name is derived from the italian word, it is not commonly used as a name in italy”

    • Girl · French · “Pure; dear one; variant of cara: dear, beloved. from the feminine form of the italian cara or the latin carus”

    • Unisex · French · “Melody, song; champion; manly, strong. a variant of charles; from carolus, the latinized form of the name. famous bearer: pope john paul iis real name is karol wojtyla. karol is a variant spelling of carol used in several european countries”

    • Girl · French · “Song of happiness; joy; strong. a feminine form of charles which originated in the 17th century”

    • Girl · French · “A French female name meaning song of happiness. It is often associated with joyful melodies and rhythmic celebrations.”

    • Girl · French · “Song of happiness; beautiful woman; variant of caroline: strong. an italian feminine form of charles. famous bearer: 18th century caroline of ansbach was the german wife of english king george ii. lady caroline lamb had a famous liaison with poet lord byron; joy. song of happiness. also feminine variant of charles: man”

    • Girl · French · “Song of happiness; beautiful woman; feminine form of charles: manly; joy. song of happiness. also feminine variant of charles: manly”

    • Girl · French · “An Old French form of the name Katherine. Like its variations, it carries the meaning of pure.”

    • Girl · French · “Variant of catherine: pure, clear. form of the latin katharina, from the greek aikaterina”

    • Girl · French · “Blind; feminine form of cecil: derived from the roman clan name caecilius, which is based on the latin coccus meaning blind”

    • Girl · French · “A French name famously associated with a world-renowned perfume and fashion house. It has become a symbol of elegance.”

    • Girl · French · “Canal, channel the popular perfume chanel”

    • Girl · French · “Canal, channel the popular perfume chanel”

    • Unisex · French · “An English and French occupational name for a maker or seller of wax candles and tallow lights.”

    • Girl · French · “Canal, channel the popular perfume chanel”

    • Girl · French · “A French name that can refer to a stony place or rocky land, and is also associated with the word for song.”

    • Girl · French · “A French name meaning 'rocky land' or 'singer.' It is derived from a surname and is associated with the idea of a stony place.”

    • Girl · French · “This name serves as a French feminine derivative of Charles. It carries the root meaning of 'manly' or 'free man' from its Germanic origins.”

    • Girl · French · “Derived from French, this name is famously associated with a specific variety of green grape used to make dry white wine.”

    • Girl · French · “A French-inspired name derived from Cherie, which means dear one or darling. It is a term of endearment used as a proper name.”

    • Girl · French · “Derived from French roots, this name carries the pleasant connotations of being charming, graceful, and full of hope for the future.”

    • Girl · French · “A French name that embodies grace, beauty, and kindness. it is likely derived from the Greek word 'charis' meaning favor or gift.”

    • Girl · French · “A French feminine form of the name Charles. Like its counterparts, it denotes strength and is linked to the historical meaning of 'free man'.”

    • Girl · French · “This is a variant of the French name Charlaine. It is a feminine adaptation of Charles, which traditionally translates to 'manly' or 'free'.”

    • Girl · French · “A French feminine variation of Charles. The name shares the core meaning of 'manly' or 'free man' found in its traditional male root.”

    • Girl · French · “This French feminine name is derived from Charles. It signifies 'manly' or 'free,' providing a soft variation of the classic Germanic root.”

    • Unisex · French · “Manly; manly, farmer; man (from the old english ceorl). famous bearers: american movie star charles bronson; british prince charles; evolutionist charles darwin”

    • Girl · French · “A French diminutive and feminine form of Charles. The name carries the historical meaning of 'free man' or 'manly' in a delicate style.”

    • Girl · French · “A feminine derivative of Charles with French roots. It maintains the classic meaning of 'manly' or 'free man' associated with the name Charles.”

    • Girl · French · “This name is a French feminine adaptation of Charles. It carries the traditional meaning of 'manly' and represents the free spirit of the root name.”

    • Girl · French · “A French feminine form of Charles, often used as a pet name. It preserves the original meaning of 'manly' or 'free' from its ancestral roots.”

    • Girl · French · “This is a French feminine variant of the name Charles. It is widely understood to mean 'manly' or 'free man' in its original context.”

    • Girl · French · “Free woman, petite and feminine”

    • Girl · French · “Feminine of charles meaning manly. variant of charmain, one of cleopatras attendants”

    • Girl · French · “Diminutive of charlotte: a feminine form of charles, meaning man. alternate meaning, tiny and feminine. famous bearers: princess charlotte, daughter of king george iv; british writer charlotte bronte”

    • Girl · French · “A French-origin name meaning hunter. It is a modern feminine spelling of the name Chase, originally used as a professional surname.”

    • Girl · French · “Canal, channel the popular perfume chanel”

    • Unisex · French · “A French surname used as a given name, it originally described someone who lived near or came from an oak wood or a forest of oak trees.”

    • Girl · French · “This feminine name is derived from the French word chérie. It translates to a dear one or a beloved darling.”

    • Girl · French · “A variant of the French term chérie, this name describes a woman who is a beloved darling or a dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “Derived from the French word for darling, this name carries the affectionate meaning of a dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “This name is a variation of the French chérie. It is used to describe a cherished person or a dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “Rooted in the French language, this name is a derivative of chérie, meaning a beloved darling or dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “This French name is a common diminutive or variation of Cheryl. It is frequently associated with the French word for beloved or darling.”

    • Girl · French · “Beloved; from the french cheri meaning darling”

    • Girl · French · “A French-influenced name that stems from the word chérie. It signifies a woman who is a dear one or a darling.”

    • Girl · French · “This name comes from the French root for darling. It is a term of endearment meaning a beloved or dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “Cherry; blend of cherie and cerise: dear one; darling”

    • Girl · French · “This is a derivative of the French word chérie. It translates to a darling or a dear person.”

    • Girl · French · “A French-derived name that acts as an affectionate label. It carries the meaning of a dear one or a darling.”

    • Girl · French · “This feminine name is a variant of the French chérie. It translates to a darling or a highly valued dear one.”

    • Girl · French · “Chevell is a male name of French origin, reflecting a connection to equestrian or noble roles. It means 'horseman' or 'knight,' signifying a skilled rider or chivalrous warrior.”

    • Girl · French · “Chevi is a sweet diminutive of 'chevalier', meaning 'knight'. It's a noble name for your brave little one.”

    • Girl · French · “Variant of cheyanne - an algonquian tribe of the great plains and capital city of wyoming”

    • Unisex · French · “Dog; an algonquian tribe of the great plains. capital city of wyoming”

    • Unisex · French · “A unisex French name meaning oak-hearted. It suggests a person who is as sturdy as an oak tree and implies that God is gracious.”

    • Girl · French · “Variant of cheyanne - an algonquian tribe of the great plains and capital city of wyoming”

    • Girl · French · “A French feminine form of Christian, signifying a follower of Christ and the teachings of the church.”

    • Girl · French · “Follower of christ; christ-bearer; a variant of christina. in the 1950s, christine was one of the three most common feminine names in britain. famous people: american tennis player chris lloyd was born christine evert”

    • Girl · French · “Of the ashes; girl by the cinders; little cinder girl. the name of a fairy-tale heroine”

    • Unisex · French · “A French name meaning bright or clear, often used as a shortened form of the name Clarence.”

    • Unisex · French · “A French and Latin name that means 'clear,' 'bright,' and 'famous,' widely used for its elegant simplicity.”

    • Girl · French · “Bright; a variant of the latin clara, meaning bright or clear”

    • Girl · French · “Clear, bright; a variant of the latin clara, meaning bright or clear. also a variant of claire or clarice. bright; shining and gentle; famous”

    • Girl · French · “Bright; beautiful; a variant of clara. the name clarinda appears in spensers 16th century poem the faerie queene”

    • Girl · French · “This French variation of the name Clara means bright and gentle. It signifies a person who is both brilliant and famous.”

    • Unisex · French · “Clemency, forgiveness; variant of clementia used as a virtue name by the puritans, associated with the abstract virtue of clemency”

    • Girl · French · “Victory of the people”

    • Girl · French · “Necklace victorious variant of nicolette”

    • Girl · French · “Little maiden; variant of coral: a popular 19th century jewel name, from the name of the pink semi-precious sea growth used to make jewellery and ornaments”

    • Girl · French · “Little maiden; variant of cory meaning variously: from the round hill; seething pool; or ravine; variant of cory meaning variously: from the round hill; seething pool; ravine”

    • Unisex · French · “A maiden; spear bearer. also a variant of corey: from the hollow”

    • Girl · French · “This French feminine name is a variant of Corinne, which originally stems from the Greek word for a maiden or young girl.”

    • Girl · French · “A French name famously used by Victor Hugo, it is often interpreted as meaning little thing or associated with the victorious people.”

    • Girl · French · “Cossette, meaning 'of the victorious,' suggests a child destined for great achievements and success, shining brightly in life.”

    • Unisex · French · “Small slope, hillside; ravine; variant of cody: cushion; helpful”

    • Girl · French · “Rhythmic.”

    • Girl · French · “City in france.”

    • Girl · French · “Lark.”

    • Girl · French · “Free-born.”

    • Girl · French · “Free-born.”

    • Girl · French · “Cape.”

    • Girl · French · “Hood.”

    • Girl · French · “Little heart”

    • Girl · French · “Tender touch.”

    • Girl · French · “Loving touch.”

    • Girl · French · “Beloved.”

    • Girl · French · “Pure.”

    • Girl · French · “Flesh.”

    • Girl · French · “Tender touch.”

    • Girl · French · “Hot spice.”

    • Girl · French · “Heavenly.”

    • Girl · French · “Heavenly.”

    • Girl · French · “Heavenly.”

    • Girl · French · “Heaven.”

    • Girl · French · “Heavenly.”

    • Girl · French · “The blind one.”

    • Girl · French · “Moon.”

    • Girl · French · “Of the ashes.”

    • Girl · French · “Colorful.”

    • Girl · French · “Cherry.”

    • Unisex · French · “Oak-hearted.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “We sing.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Unisex · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Fem- charles.”

    • Girl · French · “Womanly.”

    • Girl · French · “Womanly.”

    • Unisex · French · “Womanly.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer,to sing.”

    • Girl · French · “Singer.”

    • Girl · French · “Beloved.”

    • Girl · French · “Brave.”

    • Unisex · French · “Clear, bright.”

    • Girl · French · “Clear, bright.”

    • Unisex · French · “Bright.”

    • Girl · French · “Clear.”

    • Girl · French · “Bright.”

    • Girl · French · “Merciful.”

    • Girl · French · “Form of claudia.”

    • Girl · French · “Victorious.”

    • Girl · French · “Cologne.”

    • Girl · French · “Victorious.”

    • Girl · French · “Dove”

    • Girl · French · “Strength.”

    • Girl · French · “Heart (variant of Cordelia)”

    • Girl · French · “Little maiden.”

    • Girl · French · “Maiden.”

    • Girl · French · “To create.”

    • Girl · French · “Soothsayer.”

    • Girl · French · “Cypriot.”

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