What customs and traditions are associated with English baby names?

English naming customs typically involve three elements - a given name, a middle name (s), and a family name. The British follow a patrilineal naming system where the child inherits their fathers family name. However, following the patrilineal naming system is not mandatory. Instead, parents have the freedom to choose their childs last name. Some parents could also give their child the mothers last name. In contrast, others may provide both mother and father surnames in a hyphenated form, reflecting the flexibility in English naming traditions and customs.

How do English baby names reflect a person's heritage?

English naming conventions are diverse, encompassing people from different religions, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. Many parents may opt for names that mirror their ethnic and cultural connections. For example, parents of Irish heritage may choose titles like Liam. On the other hand, those of Greek origin might opt for names like Sophia or Alexander. Parents may also pick names that reflect their regional heritage. For example, Devon and Kent are names inspired by specific regions or places within England. Furthermore, many families pass down names from one generation to another or choose monikers inspired by literary and historical figures.

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1153 English Baby Names Meaning, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Camila	Girl	Religious attendant; Priest's helper
Caleb	Boy	Faithful as a dog; Brave; Devoted to God; Whole-hearted
Cameron	Boy	One with the crooked nose
Colton	Boy	From a coal town
Caroline	Girl	Strong, free, independent woman
Calvin	Boy	Bald
Camden	Boy	One from the winding valley
Colt	Boy	Residing from a dark town with no source of light
Cash	Boy	Money box
Clayton	Boy	A settlement that is built on clay

Camille	Girl	Young ceremonial attendant; Priest's helper
Camilla	Girl	Religious attendant; Priest's helper; Honorable
Cody	Boy	Helpful person; Decent
Colson	Boy	Victory of the people; Swarthy
Chance	Boy	The one who has good fortune
Cyrus	Boy	Sun; Lord
Clark	Boy	Clerk; Priest
Caiden	Boy	Strength; Battle
Collin	Boy	Whelp; Young one
Casey	Boy	Vigilant

Cassius	Boy	Empty; Vain
Carolina	Girl	Strong and free woman
Camilo	Boy	Religious attendant; Priest's helper; Born free; Noble; Honorable; Nuptial
Clay	Boy	Boundary with clover; Clay worker; Mortal
Colter	Boy	The owner and care taker of young, frisky horses
Colby	Boy	From a coal town
Chris	Boy	Follower of Jesus Christ
Carly	Girl	Free woman
Creed	Boy	To believe
Cason	Boy	Son of the marsh dwellers

Cadence	Girl	Rhythm; Flow; Falling
Curtis	Boy	Courteous; Polite; Well bred
Cleo	Girl	Fame; Popular; Glory
Castiel	Boy	God's shield
Clare	Girl	Bright; Clear; Level surface
Calum	Boy	Dove
Colten	Boy	From a coal town
Clover	Girl	Meadow flower; Wild flower
Carl	Boy	Free man
Coleson	Boy	Son of Cole

Cain	Boy	Acquired; Spear; Clear water
Coen	Boy	Brave counsel; Advice
Crystal	Unisex	Sparkling, clear, pure
Claudia	Girl	Differently abled; Closed
Cashton	Boy	One who is from the hollow town
Carla	Girl	Free woman
Caysen	Unisex	Fighter; Vigorous
Cayde	Unisex	Adventurous; Charismatic; Mischievous
Cherish	Girl	To treasure
Cassie	Girl	To excel; To shine

Cambria	Girl	The people; Fellow countrymen
Clifford	Boy	Ford near a slope
Carlee	Girl	Free woman
Carver	Boy	A wood carver
Clarence	Boy	Bright; Clear; A person residing near River Clare
Clinton	Boy	Derived from the name of an English place
Cree	Boy	Someone who trades fur; Hunstman
Channing	Boy	Member of the Church
Charity	Girl	The one who gives donation
Clint	Boy	Settlement or residence on a hill; People residing on a hill

Carley	Girl	This woman is free
Charlize	Girl	Feminine form of Charles
Courtney	Girl	Short
Camellia	Girl	She who is like a Camellia flower
Carsyn	Boy	A son of the man who lives in the forth
Clifton	Boy	Residence on a cliff; Houses and settlements on a cliff
Cindy	Girl	Woman from Cynthus; Light
Cai	Boy	Victory of the people; Hard spear; Horn; To rejoice
Carleigh	Girl	A free peasant girl
Cordell	Boy	Maker and seller of strings and chords

Calder	Boy	One who comes from the river of stone
Caison	Unisex	Spirit of battle; Fighter
Charm	Unisex	Attractiveness; Grace; Captivating personality
Cross	Boy	Cross or the Crucifix
Camren	Unisex	Crooked nose; Crooked river
Cove	Boy	Bay; Inlet; Shelter; Hut; Cofa
Clive	Boy	Cliff; One who resides near a cliff
Cambrie	Girl	An invented modern name
Chester	Boy	A fortified place
Caitlin	Girl	Pure

Colsen	Boy	Coal; A form of carbon that is black in color
Chesney	Girl	Grove of oak
Clement	Boy	Gentle; Merciful; Warm hearted
Carli	Girl	A freedom-loving woman
Champion	Boy	A winner and a savior
Carrie	Girl	Free woman
Colston	Boy	A town from where coal is obtained or collected; a coal town
Carlton	Boy	A free men's town
Crawford	Boy	Ford where crows gather; From the Crow's Ford
Chet	Boy	A fortress

Cedar	Girl	One from the coniferous tree
Chayse	Boy	A hunter
Cassia	Girl	Empty; Vain
Candace	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Clarity	Girl	Clear; Obvious; Free of objections; Unclouded
Colleen	Girl	Young girl
Chancellor	Boy	A gamble; Fortunate
Coralie	Girl	A jewel that is made from coral plants, obtained from oceans
Carlisle	Boy	A man who comes from the protected, walled city
Collier	Boy	A charcoal burner; One who works with charcoal

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