What are some Latin baby boy names that combine Latin and other languages?

Amor, a name that means ‘love,’ also shares the same meaning in Spanish and Portuguese. Auster means ‘south’ in Latin and English and has Indo-European roots in which it means ‘dawn.’ Blaise is taken from the Roman name Blasius and derived from the Latin word blaesus, which means ‘lisping.’

What Latin baby boy names have a modern or trendy twist to them?

Austyn or Awstin is a modern respelling of the Latin name Augustus which means ‘to increase,’ ‘exalted,’ or ‘venerated.’ Krystyn is a rare spelling variation of the traditional Christian which refers to someone who is a follower of Christ. Laz is a shortened modern version of Laurence, derived from the Roman family name Laurentius. It means someone who is ‘from Laurentum’ or ‘laurel.’

Can Latin baby boy names be traced back to specific countries or regions?

Many Latin baby names have been influenced by Roman and Greek culture. Latin names may have also been derived from the Hebrew language because of characters from the Bible. Names like Giovanni, Marco, and Luca are commonly found in different parts of Italy. While Antonio, Julio, and Miguel are famous in Spain. While in France, names like Louis and Maximilien are found.

What are some Latin baby boy names that have fallen out of use and are now considered rare or uncommon?

Several Latin names have gone out of fashion. Names like Decimus, meaning ‘tenth,’ Quintus, meaning ‘fifth,’ Aulus, meaning ‘little grandfather,’ and Gaius, which means ‘to rejoice,’ are some names that are considered uncommon today.

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189 Latin Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Calvin	Boy	Bald
Carlos	Boy	Free man; Army
Callum	Boy	Dove
Cristian	Boy	Christian; Followers of Christ
Cyrus	Boy	Sun; Lord; Young; Hero
Clark	Boy	Clerk; Priest; Scribe
Cassius	Boy	Empty; Vain; Hollow
Cannon	Boy	A church official; Reed
Camilo	Boy	Religious attendant; Priest's helper; Noble
Creed	Boy	I believe; To believe

Caspian	Boy	White; Caspian sea
Calum	Boy	Dove
Cassian	Boy	Hollow; Empty
Casper	Boy	Treasurer
Cristiano	Boy	Follower of Christ; Clever and judicious person
Carlo	Boy	Free man; Army
Caius	Boy	To rejoice
Clarence	Boy	Clear; Bright; Illustrious; Famous; A person residing near River Clare
Cecil	Boy	Blind
Canon	Boy	A church official; Measuring rod; Generally accepted rule

Chevy	Boy	Horseman; Knight
Cornelius	Boy	Horn
Cross	Boy	Cross or the Crucifix
Chester	Boy	Camp; Fortress
Clement	Boy	Gentle; Merciful; Warm-hearted
Caesar	Boy	Hairy
Calix	Boy	Chalice; Most beautiful
Chet	Boy	Camp; Fortress
Cylas	Boy	Of the woods or forest
Cy	Boy	Master; Lord; Young

Cutler	Boy	Knife maker; Cutlery maker
Carsten	Boy	Man from karst; Son of Carsten; Christian; To anoint
Cato	Boy	Wise
Claudio	Boy	Differently abled; Crippled
Caio	Boy	Rejoice; Joyful
Copper	Boy	A reddish-brown metal; Metal of Cyprus
Cashius	Boy	Vain; Empty
Christiano	Boy	Follower of Christ
Corvin	Boy	Raven
Cainan	Boy	Possession

Calogero	Boy	A beautiful elderly man
Chancelor	Unisex	Chief secretary; Office holder
Cornell	Boy	Horn
Captain	Boy	Leader or head
Cecilio	Boy	He who is blind
Celso	Boy	Tall; High; Sky
Carlito	Boy	Free man; Army
Cisco	Boy	Frenchman
Czar	Boy	Hairy; Long-haired
Camillo	Boy	Religious attendant; Priest's helper

Caspar	Boy	Treasurer
Ceasar	Boy	Hair; Hairy
Crispin	Boy	Curly-haired
Cashus	Unisex	Empty; Vain
Celestino	Boy	A heavenly person
Constantino	Boy	Steadfast; Constant
Calem	Boy	Dove
Carlson	Boy	Son of Carl; Free man; Army
Carston	Boy	Follower of Christ; Anointed one; A town of Christ's followers
Cephas	Boy	A stone or a rock

Cezar	Boy	Hairy
Colman	Boy	Dove; Disciple of Saint Columbia
Crist	Boy	Follower of Christ
Cario	Boy	Strong; Victorious; Possessing goodness; Man
Cornelio	Boy	Horn
Colen	Boy	Victory of the people; Dove; Hickory; Holly tree
Corvus	Boy	Raven
Calcifer	Unisex	To calcify; Limestone; To bring
Caidence	Boy	Rhythm; Flow; Falling
Calixto	Boy	Most beautiful; Chalice

Chavez	Boy	Golden; Yellow-haired
Crewe	Unisex	Weir; Dam; Fish trap; Chariot
Cletus	Boy	Invoked; Illustrious; Famous
Clem	Boy	One who is gentle; Merciful
Cyris	Unisex	Lord; Young; Humiliator of the enemy
Costantino	Boy	Constant; Steadfast
Cable	Boy	Ropemaker; Halter; Brave; Bold; Horse; Bright God
Camil	Boy	A youth employed in religious services
Candido	Boy	White
Casanova	Boy	A new house; A new home

Constantin	Boy	Steadfast; Reliable and trustworthy
Caetano	Boy	From Caieta
Carlus	Boy	Free man; Army
Chico	Boy	Small boy; Frenchman
Christien	Boy	Follower of Christ; Anointed
Cayetano	Boy	From Caitea
Cesalie	Girl	Blind; Sixth
Christyan	Boy	Christ's follower
Constantinos	Boy	Steadfast; Constant
Cornelious	Boy	Horn

Caylum	Unisex	Dove
Cassien	Unisex	Empty; Vain; Cinnamon bark
Columbus	Boy	A small white bird; Dove
Clarance	Boy	Clear; Bright; Illustrious; Famous
Ciani	Unisex	Happy; Lucky; Light; Bright; Manly
Cailum	Boy	Dove
Chevalier	Boy	Horseman; Knight
Caellum	Boy	Heaven; Sky; Chisel
Colum	Boy	Dove
Christan	Boy	Christian; Anointed

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Infographic: Beautiful Latin Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C

Your baby's name is a timeless expression of your love and aspirations for their future. It is a gift that will stay with them forever and remind them of their individuality. Understanding this, our infographic below brings you some adorable Latin Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C that are distinct yet versatile. Explore them to find a beautiful name that best suits your preferences. Share this infographic with other soon-to-be moms and dads to help them choose an adorable title for their children.

Latin Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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