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26 Filipino Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Cory	Boy	In a cauldron; In a hollow; Maiden
Czar	Boy	Hairy; Long-haired
Chavez	Boy	Golden; Yellow-haired
Ciela	Girl	Sky; Heaven
Ciella	Girl	Heaven; Sky
Chriselle	Unisex	A Christian; Anointed; Bearing Christ
Crisanto	Boy	Golden flower
Czarina	Girl	Hairy; Hairlocks
Chriselda	Girl	Grey battle, Strong; Powerful; Vigorous; Tough
Chesa	Girl	Celestial

Cela	Unisex	Blind; Moon; Heavenly
Criselda	Girl	Grey battle; Dark battle; Bearing Christ
Cada	Boy	Smoke; A person with dark skin
Cecile	Boy	Blind; Sixth
Cherrylyn	Girl	Dear; Cherry fruit; Generous love
Chrysalis	Girl	Gold; Pupa or cocoon of a butterfly or moth
Chu	Girl	Yahweh is salvation; Clear; Store
Cinco	Boy	Tall; High
Cindra	Girl	Light; From Cynthus; Defender of mankind
Clavel	Girl	Carnation, a bright pink flower

Charina	Boy	Rosary
Cheska	Unisex	Frenchman
Colon	Boy	Dove
Chona	Unisex	God gave graciously
Cresencia	Girl	Growth; Increase
Chito	Boy	Bird; Famous battle; Tree; Sky

Infographic: Meaningful Filipino Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

If you seek exquisite baby names that are creative, culturally significant, and impactful, check out our infographic below. It features some charming

that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.

Filipino Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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