sunkernplus's list of names

  1. Cosma
    • Description:

      Cosma is a feminine name with ancient roots, derived from the Greek word 'kosmos,' meaning 'order,' 'harmony,' or 'universe.' It is the female form of Cosmo or Cosimo, names that have historical significance particularly in Italian culture. Cosma carries celestial connotations, evoking images of the cosmos and heavenly bodies. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, the name has seen more use in European countries with Greek or Latin influences. Cosma offers a blend of classical elegance and cosmic significance, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with depth and historical resonance. Its brevity and melodic quality give it a modern feel despite its ancient origins.
  2. Cosmo
    • Origin:

      Italian, English, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "order, beauty, universe"
    • Description:

      With a touch of celestial power, a hint of clunky charm, and the totally cool -o ending, Cosmo may well be finally shaking itself free of both the Seinfeld association (which made it a punchline of a joke) and the cartoon fairy association from The Fairly OddParents. In fact, it is in the Top 1000 in the UK and a favorite on Nameberry.
  3. Cosmos
    • Origin:

      Greek, English
    • Meaning:

      "order, beauty, universe"
    • Description:

      The cosmos is another name for the universe in English, giving this name a spacier, more scientific feel than the near-identical Cosmo.
  4. Cove
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "small bay"
    • Description:

      Cove is an up-and-coming nature name whose cool sound and peaceful image saw it rising for both sexes... until COVID-19 hit. It remained steady in use for boys in 2021, but actually increased for girls, although it remains a seriously rare and distinctive choice for either gender.
  5. Cove
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "small bay"
    • Description:

      Cove is an up-and-coming nature name whose cool sound and peaceful image saw it rising for both sexes until COVID-19 hit. It decreased slightly for boys in 2020 and remained steading in 2021, but it has actually increased for girls, although it remains a seriously rare and distinctive choice.
  6. Covey
    • Origin:

      English word name, Irish
    • Meaning:

      "small brood of birds; victorious"
    • Description:

      A little like Cory or Cody, with a hint of Murphy and Casey, Covey is both a word name and a surname. As a word, it refers to a "small brood of birds" - or a synonym for a flock or a swarm. As a surname, it has its origins in Irish, deriving from Cobhthach, meaning "victorious".
  7. Covey
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "small brood of birds"
    • Description:

      This offbeat word name refers to a small brood of birds. Cove has been an up-and-coming unisex nature name in recent years, and a few parents are recognizing Covey as an alternative. Be warned though that many will associate that first syllable with Covid.
  8. Cricket
    • Origin:

      Nature name
    • Description:

      Typically used for girls, but Disney Channel show Big City Greens made it wearable for boys as well.
  9. Cricket
    • Origin:

      Nature name
    • Description:

      Nickname name from the era of Father Knows Best, though we can see it making something of a comeback, a la Clover and Pippa. Cricket has new potential especially since it has recently been chosen by Busy Philipps. Still, it's one of the quirkier girl names starting with C.
  10. Culver
    • Origin:

      English variation of Columba
    • Meaning:

      "dove"
    • Description:

      In the currently popular solid, serious, two-syllable mold.
  11. Cynthia
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "moon goddess or, woman from Kynthos"
    • Description:

      Cynthia is an attractive name -- in classical mythology an epithet for Artemis or Diana -- that was so overexposed in the middle of the twentieth century, along with its nickname Cindy, that it fell into a period of benign neglect, but now is ripe for reconsideration in its full form.
  12. Cyra
    • Origin:

      Persian or Greek
    • Meaning:

      "sun or throne, or lord"
    • Description:

      Cyra is an unusual name that can be pronounced either SEER-a or SI-ra, rhyming with Keira or Tyra. This name may be a feminine variation of Cyrus but is also a Persian name that stands on its own. One noted bearer is writer Cyra McFadden.
  13. Caen
    • Calypha
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        • Calyx
          • Camelle
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