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French names starting with C include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to French heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes French-origin names so enduring.

French names starting with C — quick facts

  • 62 French names begin with the letter C
  • 42 girl names, 18 boy names
  • French names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

French Girl Names Starting With C

42 girl names

#67
French
Clear, bright, famous
#528
French
A diminutive form adapted from Chelette, meaning 'little one' or 'young girl'.
#613
French
to be beloved
#618
French
Little thing
#622
French
singer, melody
#683
French
Beloved one
#690
French
Small song or chant.
#765
French
follower of Christ
#781
French
Sung; Song
#803
French
Derived from the Latin 'Camillus', meaning 'attendant or helper'
#855
French
A beloved name with deep roots
#860
French
Christ, anointed one
#880
French
to be square or rectangular
#891
French
dear; darling
#895
French
the singer or song
#912
French
Derived from the French word for 'caterpillar,' which is associated with softness and texture.
#930
French
blind
#971
French
steadfastness
#1028
French
little bell
#1074
French
To blossom
#1121
French
stone
#1138
French
Raven
#1176
French
Little singer.
#1255
French
a feminine form of Charles meaning 'free man'
#1269
French
one who is strong
#1464
French
Chanel - A reference to the famous fashion brand
#1605
French
bright,
#1704
French
related to the brand Chanel, often associated with elegance and luxury
#1718
French
little
#1747
French
derived from the name Corinne, meaning 'maiden'
#1757
French
Small or little
#1837
French
a horse or mare
#1859
French
free man
#1867
French
A variant of Chantal, meaning 'stone'.
#1900
French
Lame.; A diminutive of Claude.
#1944
French
Sing; Musical or melody-focused
#1952
French
Free man
#1970
French
earth
#1974
French
Singing; Song
#6214
French
little thing, little one
French
Heart and beautiful
French
heavenly

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French Boy Names Starting With C

18 boy names

#541
French
A term that can mean 'fool' or 'idiot'.
#553
French
Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'.; Variant of Christian.
#593
French
Old French
#642
French
A variation of Clemens, meaning 'mild' or 'merciful'.
#646
French
Small keyhole
#663
French
A variant of Cordelia, possibly meaning 'heart' or 'daughter of the sea'
#887
French
Stylish or fashionable
#912
French
cupbearer
#1289
French
house or home
#1428
French
Steadfast, loyal.
#1450
French
Derived from 'Christophe', meaning 'bearer of Christ'.
#1609
French
Clear, loud, or ringing, especially referring to sound
#1807
French
from the name 'Carden'
#1903
French
heart
#1981
French
Heavenly; celestial.
French
a man who is a carpenter or builder
French
raven
French
derived from the term 'courte', meaning 'short'

French Unisex Names Starting With C

2 gender-neutral names

#800
French
From the word 'chaste', meaning pure or virtuous.
#1419
French
the sun