French Baby Names for Girls
French baby names for girls aren't limited to the same old noms--the Michelles and Danielles and Gabrielles. Here are some fresh French baby names for girls.
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Anaelle
Also spelled Anael, this offers a new spin on an old standard. Or even a couple of old standards, if you count Annabelle. Read More
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Armel
The name of a sixth century Welsh saint who founded abbeys in Brittany, reconstituted for a modern girl. Read More
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Axelle
Putting the emphasis on the "elle" softens a name that seems at once futuristic and medieval. Read More
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Clea
Clea, pronounced CLAY-a, is an attractive, unusual and underused name that may be a variation of Cleo, a short form of Cleantha, or was possibly invented by Lawrence Durrell for a character in his ... Read More
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Clemence
Calm, composed, and chic. Read More
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Danique
This Danielle/Monique hybrid offers a new twist on an old favorite. Read More
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Elodie
The lyrical and melodious Elodie, a budding Nameberry favorite, is an overlooked medieval saint's name that could be a more sophisticated tribute to an Aunt Melody. Elodie (accent over the first E... Read More
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Fabienne
Instead of the usual French suspects -- Danielle, Isabelle, Gabrielle -- why not consider Fabienne, which is less common and just as pretty. Read More
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Faustine
Faustine means good luck, although the association with the character who sold his soul to the devil is off-putting. Consider one of the other "lucky" names, like Felicity, instead. Read More
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Flavie
That extra a adds a world of grace to this name. Read More
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