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American unisex names starting with C bring together a distinct cultural heritage and a satisfying first letter. Whether you're drawn to American tradition or simply love how C names sound, these names all carry authentic roots.

American Unisex names starting with C

  • 100 American unisex names begin with C
  • All names include full etymology from American naming tradition
  • American names are known for their distinct cultural identity and staying power
  • Current popularity rankings help you choose between the classic and the rising

American Unisex Names Starting With C

100 unisex names of American origin beginning with C

#238
American↑ Rising
Son of Colin
#316
American↑ Rising
Brave in battle
#514
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Maiden; young girl
#522
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little champion
#532
American
friend; comrade
#547
American
A modern name that may be a blend of Clyde and Dell.
#551
American
a variant of Clois, related to 'glory'
#571
American
Free man, strong man.
#603
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A modern, original name possibly derived from 'Clester', meaning related to a town or settlement.
#608
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from the land of the burghers
#608
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Clannish or not shy
#622
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A creative spelling of Cameron, meaning 'crooked nose'
#635
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A feminine variation of the name Carl, often interpreted to mean man, free man, or warrior
#657
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A variant of 'Cash' or 'Caskel'
#671
American↑ Rising
one who is selected or chosen
#680
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a variant of 'Shawn', meaning 'God is gracious'
#736
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Variant of Clementine; merciful, gentle
#738
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communist; associated with a leftist ideology
#784
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a character or a person of strength; flower
#814
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Victory, strong-minded
#831
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A state of deep unconsciousness; a sleep-like state
#852
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long-haired
#889
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Derived from Old French, referring to 'oak tree'.
#897
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A form of the name Carmen, which means 'song' or 'poem'
#928
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of the dead
#948
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Keeper of the keys
#949
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helpful, friendly
#975
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from the clearing in the land
#987
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from the cove
#996
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The name Channin is often interpreted as 'young wolf' or 'the one who is as fierce as a wolf'.
#1012
American
little cube
#1028
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1046
American
derived from the Gaelic term 'caomh', meaning 'gentle' or 'beloved'
#1055
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Variant of Clella, meaning 'famous'
#1067
American
Captivating; one who captures hearts
#1071
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A variant of the name Chandler, meaning 'candle maker' or 'one who makes candles.'
#1087
American
comfortable, warm
#1105
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Derived from the name 'Coty', which is a diminutive of the name 'Catherine', meaning 'pure'
#1105
American
Glory, fame
#1106
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The Lord is my strength
#1121
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A modern term meaning 'the good one' or variations in creative word usage.
#1132
American
Crooked nose
#1151
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Variant of Shannon, meaning 'old river' or 'wise river'.
#1178
American
gift from God
#1190
American
From the chestnut tree
#1195
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Derived from the name Cameron, meaning 'crooked river'
#1214
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1237
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1242
American
Victory
#1267
American
Follower of Christ
#1279
American
Son of Carr
#1281
American
A derivative of 'Caroline', meaning 'free man'.
#1294
American
Strong or powerful
#1294
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lame or disabled; claud, derived from Claude, meaning 'lame'
#1300
American
Spear
#1307
American
Piper or someone who plays the pipes
#1310
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Free man
#1380
American
Victory
#1412
American
Follower of Christ.; Variant form of 'Cristina', relating to Christianity.
#1431
American
Free man
#1433
American
A variation of Kaylin, which means 'slim' or 'fair'.
#1436
American
heart
#1521
American
From the dark valley
#1526
American
Unknown
#1548
American
Song, music; Joy
#1550
American↑ Rising
a tree representing strength
#1567
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Derived from 'Chance', meaning 'fortune' or 'opportunity'.
#1584
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The name Corris may have been derived from the Welsh word for "hollow", or from the name of a town in Wales.
#1601
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A modern name, possibly a variant of Cortland or Courtney.
#1615
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A variant of the English name 'Chalice', meaning 'cup' or 'goblet', often symbolizing celebration or purity.
#1635
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A name referring to treasure or wealth
#1642
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1668
American
Modern English
#1673
American
Curly-haired
#1674
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Relating to the cornea, or could signify 'horn-like' from Latin cornea.
#1680
American
bright
#1694
American
In its most common use, the term 'child' refers to a young human being.
#1716
American
Son of the marsh-dweller
#1727
American
young wolf
#1739
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1759
American
A modern variation of 'Caprice', meaning whim or fancy.
#1761
American
Crown
#1789
American
bearer of Christ
#1798
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A form of 'Cheyenne', which pertains to the Cheyenne people, a Native American tribe.
#1811
American
young, youthful
#1847
American
A beloved name with deep roots
#1848
American
Derived from the word 'creed', meaning belief or principle.
#1853
American
little dear or beloved
#1860
American
a song of joy
#1882
American
free man
#1896
American
Derived from Cleastead
#1940
American↑ Rising
a combination of sounds that evokes a feeling of creativity and playfulness
#2442
American
A variation of Chase, meaning 'to hunt' or 'to chase'
#2741
American↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#2758
American↑ Rising
Helpful; Swarthy; Cushion
#3011
American↑ Rising
A modern inventive name, often seen as a variation of 'Chosen'.
#3013
American↑ Rising
confidence, belief, or trust
#3182
American↑ Rising
a phonetic variation of 'sincere', implying honesty and genuineness
#3235
American↑ Rising
a reddish-brown color, resembling copper
#3435
American
Free man’s town

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