What are some traditional baby girl names that have stood the test of time?

There are many traditional and classic girl names that are popular all over the world. They include Alice (noble), Amelia (hardworking), Abigail (my father is joy), Gwyneth (happiness), Edith (wealth), and Sussanah (lily).

How do I make sure the baby girl name I choose is easy to pronounce and spell?

Names that are easy to spell are also easy to pronounce. These consist of a few syllables that are very short. You can choose from some common options like Mia (friendly), Ella (beautiful), Emily (eager or laborious), Grace (goodness), Jess (God exists), Lucy (light), Jen (fair one), and Molly (star of the sea).

What are some baby girl names that work well in multiple languages/cultures?

There are many international girl names that have been popular for many decades. These multilingual names usually have Hebrew, Latin, or English origins. Some good examples are Dana (the most beautiful pearl), Cassidy (clever or curly-haired), Chloe (young green shoot), Demi (earth mother), and Diana (divine).

Should I consider the popularity of a baby girl’s name when choosing one for my child?

It would be best to start your baby name search by looking at the popularity of different names. This will be helpful if you desire a trendy name for your child. However, avoid overly popular names as they lack individuality and impact. Your child may prefer an easy-to-pronounce yet unique name when they grow up.

What are some rare girl names?

Rare names allow your child to stand out as they cannot be mistaken for popular and overused names. Very few parents have taken such names over the decades. You can choose from Zendaya (to give thanks), Chantria (moonlight), Yamileth (beautiful), Saanvi (one who will be followed), and Monserrat (jagged mountain).

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123 Girl Names with Meaning Pure, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Catherine	Girl	Pure
Carina	Girl	Beloved; Pure; Each of the two
Caitlyn	Girl	Pure; Clear; Chaste
Caitlin	Girl	Pure; Chaste
Caleigh	Girl	Pure; Slender; Fair; Beautiful; Laurel
Caia	Girl	Pure; To rejoice; Each of the two; Far off
Cassia	Girl	Empty; Vain; Pure; Cinnamon
Candace	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Cailyn	Girl	Young girl; Maiden; Pure; Each of the two
Candice	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure

Caterina	Girl	Pure
Cristal	Girl	Clear; Pure; Ice; Bearing Christ
Caleah	Girl	Pure; Slender
Candy	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Cailee	Girl	Slender; Crowned; Pure
Cathryn	Girl	A pure maiden
Caelyn	Girl	Slender; Pure; Blessed; Fair; Girl
Catori	Girl	Spirit; Pure; Victory
Cailynn	Girl	Pure-hearted woman
Cate	Girl	Pure; Each of the two

Cathy	Girl	Each of Two; Pure; Torture
Catriona	Girl	Pure
Chasity	Boy	One who is pure
Calise	Girl	Pure and sincere; Gorgeous woman
Chassidy	Girl	The one who is pure
Catelyn	Girl	Noble; Pure-hearted
Caitlynn	Girl	Pure; Clear
Cathleen	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Catrina	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Chasidy	Girl	Pure; Virtuous

Chailyn	Girl	The pure one who is filled with life and laughter
Cadie	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Rhythm; Flow; Talkative; Falling
Concetta	Girl	Conception; Pure
Cathey	Girl	Pure, innocent, and unsullied
Caitlynd	Girl	Pure-hearted woman
Caetlin	Girl	Pure woman
Cait	Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Far off; Innocent
Caton	Boy	Pure; Knowledgeable; Wise
Candi	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Caty	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name

Carine	Girl	Beloved; Pure; Each of the two; Torture
Catalena	Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Catherina	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Torture; My consecration of your name
Cathie	Girl	A pure dame
Cayleen	Girl	Pure and graceful
Cathi	Girl	A pure woman
Caterin	Girl	A pure woman
Catlin	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Candie	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Catiana	Girl	Pure; Clear

Caitlen	Girl	Woman of pure nation
Caren	Girl	A genuine and pure woman; Each of the two
Carri	Girl	A pure and free man
Cathia	Girl	A pure woman
Carin	Girl	Pure; Torture; Each of the two
Camylle	Girl	A virgin with a pure character
Carynn	Girl	Of pure nature
Caetlyn	Girl	Pure woman
Cadi	Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Far off; My consecration of your name
Cassiana	Girl	Pure and shining

Caitriona	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Catrice	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Candis	Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Caryn	Girl	Each of two; Pure
Cathrine	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Corrinne	Girl	Maiden, pure, mountain
Catherin	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Torture; My consecration of your name
Catlyn	Girl	A pure and innocent girl
Cia	Girl	Blind; Torture; Pure; Moon Goddess
Cadey	Girl	Pure-hearted woman

Caitrin	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Carryn	Girl	An unsillied and pure free woman
Chastin	Girl	The one who has pure character
Catina	Girl	Each of Two; Far off; Pure; Torture
Chrishauna	Girl	Pure; Feminine; Womanly or girly
Caitlan	Girl	Pure girl
Catrin	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Dandy-like gentleman
Cati	Girl	A pure and innocent woman
Chandini	Girl	Pure and serene moonlight
Cali	Girl	Most beautiful; Calm; Fair; Ocean; Pure

Catharine	Girl	Pure
Caetti	Girl	Short for Caitlyn: Pure
Caitee	Girl	Pure woman
Caitir	Girl	Pure-hearted woman
Caitlann	Girl	Pure-natured woman
Caitley	Girl	One who is pure
Caitlind	Girl	Pure natured woman
Caitly	Girl	Short for Caitlyn; Pure woman
Caitrian	Girl	Fair and pure lady
Canzada	Girl	A settlement; pure, nonchalant and generous

Carene	Girl	A little beloved, pure, and darling one
Caryne	Girl	An unsullied, pure woman
Casta	Girl	A pious and pure woman
Cat	Girl	Variation of Catherine which means pure
Catalin	Girl	She is a very pure lady
Cataline	Girl	A genuine and pure woman
Catalyn	Girl	Pure and genuine
Cath	Girl	A pure woman
Catharin	Girl	A pure, genuine, innocent woman
Catharinus	Girl	A pure one

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Infographic: Popular Girl Names with Meaning Pure, Starting With C

When you choose a baby name for your bundle of joy, you want it to reflect a meaningful story while fitting their personality. The perfect name may sound elegant, connect to nature, or represent deep-seated traits your family values. Our infographic below contains a compilation of some Girl Names with Meaning Pure, Starting With C, perfect for your little one.

Girl Names with Meaning Pure, Starting With C(infographic)

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