French baby names
Updated: April 9th, 2024
France is a country of rich heritage and tradition. It is known for its food and wine, its culture and for its beautiful sights like the snow-capped mountains and the Riviera coast. France is also a popular tourist destination having profound influence on art, fashion, and literature.
French language is also considered as one of the most beautiful, romantic, and elegant languages in the world which provides the perfect inspiration for baby names. Traditionally, most French baby names are taken from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints. French people have one, two or more given names, among which one is used in daily life and the others are solely for official documents, such as passport, birth, death, and marriage certificates. French baby names are based on the prominent figures in art and science such as Claude and Louis or represent saints such as Claire and Dominque. The French baby names can be fashionable like Gabrielle and Leo or unique like Fleur and François.
Check out the below list having 1500 French baby names.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZAlice
From the German Adalhaidis, meaning "noble," this literary classic gained modern charm thanks to Alice in Wonderland and widespread use across Europe.
Thomas
With Aramaic roots meaning “twin,” Thomas is a Biblical mainstay that's never strayed far from the top.
Louis
French and German for “renowned warrior,” this royal favorite gained renewed attention through Prince Louis.
Charlotte
The French feminine form of Charles, meaning "free man," it’s a royal favorite and a global top pick with nicknames like Lottie.
Eleanor
With debated roots, possibly from alia Aenor or Germanic elements, Eleanor means “shining light” and came to England via Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Rose
Latin for the flower, Rose has bloomed for centuries and remains a favorite for its grace and simplicity.
Vincent
Conquering, One Who Overcomes, Prevailing, Victor
Florence
This Latin name means “prosperous” and recalls both a romantic city.
Nathan
Hebrew for “given,” this Old Testament name has a lasting presence across generations.
Adam
A Hebrew name meaning “son of the red earth,” Adam is both mankind’s origin and a perennial favorite.
Jason
Of Greek origin meaning “to heal,” Jason is known both for ancient myth and its '70s naming boom.
Calvin
Latin in origin and meaning “bald,” Calvin has intellectual roots and modern flair thanks to fashion and comics.
David
A timeless Hebrew name meaning “beloved,” tied to the biblical king.
Louise
The French feminine form of Louis, this vintage name meaning “renowned warrior” is stylish again in Europe.
Caroline
From the French meaning "free man," Caroline has royal and presidential links and remains a timeless classic.
Genevieve
From medieval German roots meaning “tribe woman,” Genevieve combines saintly strength with French elegance.
Russell
This French-rooted name meaning “redhead” saw peak popularity mid-century and lives on through sports and screen stars.
Alfred
An Old English name meaning “wise counselor,” Alfred owes much of its past prestige to Alfred the Great, the scholarly 10th-century king of Wessex.
Elaine
Elaine is a French-Scottish form of Helen that means “bright light.” It has strong Arthurian associations, but could also fit mid-century style.
Claire
This French form of Clara means “bright” or “clear” and has a clean, classic sound.
Warren
Of English and French origin, Warren means “park-keeper” and once honored a Revolutionary War hero.
Hugo
A Latinized form of Hugh with extra flair, Hugo has gained popularity.
Valerie
The Strong, Valor, Inspired By An Ancient Roman Sex, Valiant
Marie
French for Mary, Marie has long history as both a first and middle name, tied to figures like Marie Curie and Marie Antoinette.
Natalie
To be Born-from Natalia, Form of Natalie, Born on Christmas, Christ's Birthday
Raymond
Guards Wisely, Advice, Decision Protector, Strong Defender
Jacqueline
Yahweh May Protect, Supplanter, One who Supplants, Holder of the Heel
Jonathan
Yahweh has Given, Gift of Jehovah
Rosalie
Rose, Flower Name
Nicole
Female Version of Nicholas
Guy
Warrior, Valley, Staff of the God, Wood
Sophie
Skill, Wisdom
Lucille
Light, The Bright, Born at Daybreak
Alexandra
Feminine of Alexander, To Defend, Protect and Man, Manly
Estelle
Star
Grant
Great Plains, Big, Tall
Abel
Vanishing, Fragility, Vapour, Healthy
Michelle
Who is Like God
Lottie
Vigorous, Strong, Man, Husband
Jean
Scottish Form of Joan Gracious Gift from God, John
Raphael
God has Healed
Travis
Crossing, Toll Collector, To Cross the River, Similar to a Surname
Adeline
Brightness, Sweet, Honorable, Nobility
Danielle
Judged Only by God, Feminine of Daniel
Xavier
Saviour, Splendid, Owner of a New Home, Bright
Elise
God is My Oath, Form of Elizabeth
Jasmine
A Plant in the Olive Family, Fragrant Flower, Gift from God, Shrub with Yellow Flowers
Forrest
Of the Woods, Woodsman, Forest, Lives in Wood
Christine
Christian Faith, Follower of Christ, The Anointed One
Lorraine
Made Famous in Battle, Saint Joan of Arc, From Lorraine, Laurel
Mitchell
Michel, Michael, Who is Like God
Camille
Attendant for a Temple, Swiftness of Foot, Honorable Births, Acolyte
Judith
Woman from Judea, Jewish, Admired, Praised
Lance
Homeland, Land, A Lance
Marion
Wished-for Child, Sea of Bitterness, Star, Bitter
Boone
Good, A Blessing
Fletcher
Arrow Maker, Arror Featherer
Julie
Descended from Jupiter (Jove), Youth, Soft Bearded, Jove's Child
Parker
Keeper of the Forest
Colette
Variant of Nicolette, Nike Which Means Victory, Victorious, Necklace
Maude
Strong in War, Fight, Powerful Warrior, Might
Bernard
Hardy, Strong, Courageous, Bärenstarke
Damien
Fertility, To Tame, Conqueror, Spirit
Annette
Mercy, Gracious, Graceful, Favour
Margot
The Pearl, Variant of Margaret
Marshall
Steward of Horses, Marshall, Horse-keeper, Shoeing Smith
Mavis
Mavis, A Small Bird, Song Thrush, Songbird
Eve
Living, To Live, Life, Good News
Marcel
Form of the Latin Marcellus, Young Warrior, Hammer, Warlike
Emmanuel
God with Us
Paige
Sweet, Server, The Page, Young Servant
Bernadette
Bear, Hardy, Brave
Denise
Solitary, Nun, Follower of Dionysos, Alone
Marguerite
The Pearl
Ines
The Chaste, Partner
Annabelle
Easy to Love, Bella, Graceful or Beatiful, Beautiful
Simone
God has Heard, She who Hear, Which is Exalted, Listening Intently
Delphine
From Delphi, Flower, Place Name, A Thirteenth-century French Saint
Teddy
Form of Theodore, Courageous People, Wealthy Protector, Wealth and Keep
Juliette
Soft-haired, Youthful, Downy, Downy-bearded
Margo
One with Big Eyes
Lou
Renowned Warrior, Fame and War, Fight, Light
Roxanne
Queen, Bright, Dawn, Star
Madeleine
Village In Galilee Where Lived Mary Magdalene, Woman from Magdala, Tower
Jocelyn
Supplanter, Son of God, Cheerful, Happy
Blanche
The White, Blanc Meaning White Bright Beautiful
Allison
Noble and Fight, Son of the Highborn, Alice
Dixie
Southern Us, American South, Tenth, Dick's Son
Taylor
One who Cuts Cloth, To Cut, Tailor, Schneider
Valentin
The Strong, Vigorous
Clementine
The Merciful, Gentleness, Mercy, Gentle
Sandra
Protect and Man, Man's Defender, Protector, Form of Alexander
Delaney
From the Alder Grove
Gabrielle
Hero of God, God's Strength
Marianne
Sea of Bitterness, Bitter, Grace, Maria
Courtney
Snub Nosed, Court-dweller, Court Meaning Short, Courtly
Jon
Abbreviation of Jonathan, God is Merciful, Jehovah has been Gracious
Millicent
Of a Thousand Saints, Work Strength, English Cognate of Melisande, Industrious
Leroy
The King, Inspired By a Family Name
Astrid
Divinity and Fidelity, Ase, Divinely Beautiful, Deity
Myles
Merciful, Servant, Inventor of the Corn Mill, Soldier
Desiree
The Longed-For, Much Desired, Longed for, Longing
Helene
Bright One, The Torch, Sun Ray, Light
Pauline
Female Version of Paul, The Small, Humble, Weak
Scarlett
Bright Red, Army, The Scarlet, Free Man
Ariel
Lion of God
Sydney
French in origin and meaning “Saint Denis,” it’s long linked to both place and character names in pop culture.
Cheryl
Vigorous, Strong, Charity, Cherie
Nicolas
Victory of the People, Victorious Person
Francine
Free, Little Frenchman, Franke
Mallory
Unfortunate, Army Counsellor, My Glory, Unhappy
Percy
Pierces, Pierce the Vale
Magnolia
Magnolia, Ornamental Tree with White Flowers, Fragrant
Justine
Fair Just, Righteous, Reasonable, True
Claudette
The Limping, Disabled, Preserving, Lame
Elliot
God is My Salvation, Old Welshman, Form of Elijah, Elliot
Marc
Of the Sea, Defence, Form of Mark, Warlike
Fay
Confidence, Fee, Faith, Belief
Suzanne
Lily, Form of Susan
Emile
Imitating, Rival, Rivaling
Alphonse
Embattled, Eager, Fight, Noble and Fast
Tripp
Traveler, The Third
Jeanne
God is Gracious, Variant of Jane
Edmond
Wealth and Protection, Wealthy Protector, Guardian of Property
Fraser
Family Name, Of the Forest Men, Strawberry, French Town
Odette
Wealth
Elinor
the Other, Variant of Helen, Shining Light, Wealth and Honor
Therese
Form of Theresa, Harvester, Summer, The Hunteress
Alaina
Dear Child, Precious, Rock, Tribe near the Black Sea
Geoffrey
The Stranger, God and Peace, Peaceful Ruler, Composition
Giselle
Pledge, Arrow, Hostage
Liana
Inspired By the Same Vine, Julia, Emulum
Burke
From the Fortified Hill Or Castle
Orville
Golden Town
Jacques
French Form of Jacob Supplanter, He who Supplants, Yahweh May Protect
Sabine
The Sabines were Tribe Living in Central Italy, Sabine
Claudine
Limping, Disabled, Lame
Neville
New Town
Allie
High, Little Rock, Defender of Man, Noble and Shining
Armand
Strong and Man, Warrior, Army
Toni
Who Eats Flower
Fawn
Fawn, Baby Deer
Ray
Beam of Light, Grace, Regal, Protection
Monique
Unique, Warn, Hermit, Recluse
Destiny
Certain Fortune, The Mythological Greek God of Fate, Destiny
Rochelle
Rohon Which Means to Roar Battle Cry, Little Rock, Short Tunic, Rest
Evelina
Life-giving, Hazelnut, Light, Form of Evelyn
Jewel
Joy, Jayanta, The Jewel, Play Thing
Fanny
Little Frenchwoman, Crowning, Free, Favourable Speech
Joelle
Lord is God
Gigi
Famous, Gi, Virginie, G
Sherry
Dear, Darling, Flat Pasture, A Plain
Lyon
Lion, Leo
Norbert
Famous Northman, North and Brilliant, Illustrious, Renowned Northerner
Maud
Strong in War, Composition Of: 'Power', 'Struggle', Might
Angeline
Messenger of God, Angel
Dominique
Offered to the Lord, Belonging to the Lord
Elliott
The Lord is My God, Form of Elijah
Cherie
Favorite, Darling, Dear One
Salome
A Hebrew name meaning “peace,” it has deep biblical roots.
Lisette
My God is Abundance
Suzette
Lily
Lucienne
Light, Born At Daybreak, Daylight Babies, The Bright
Nicolette
Victory of the People
Bellamy
Handsome Friend, Good-looking Companion
Lucie
Shining, The Bright, Born At Daybreak, Illumination
Josette
God Adds, He (God) Will Add
Sinclair
A Scottish name meaning “from St. Clair."
Lambert
Shiny, Country and Illustrious, Land, Homeland
Jules
Illustrious Roman Family, Dedicated to Jupiter
Merle
Blackbird, Black Bird, Small Falcon, Able
Gaston
Stranger, Host, Guest
Aline
Lovely, Honorable, Noble, Variant of Helen
Leonie
Lioness, The Lion, Leo
Hortense
Of the Garden, She who Tends Gardens, Orchard, Gardener
Blanca
The White, White, Beautiful
Samson
This powerful Hebrew name means “sun” and recalls the biblical figure known for extraordinary strength.
Chantal
Inspired By the Holy, The Word Chant Which Means Song, Patronym of Baron Chantal
Solange
Ceremony, Religious, An Angel of the Sun, Festive