Faure

French occupational name

"ironworker"

Faure Origin and Meaning

The name Faure is a boy's name.

Faure is a masculine name of French origin, primarily known as a surname rather than a given name. It derives from Old French 'favre' meaning 'craftsman' or 'smith.' The name gained recognition through Gabriel Fauré, the renowned French composer. As a first name, Faure remains exceptionally rare, appealing to parents with connections to French heritage or classical music. Its simple two-syllable structure offers elegance with minimal complexity. While uncommon as a given name in most regions, Faure carries cultural sophistication and artistic associations that might appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name with French cultural connections.

Famous People Named Faure

• Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé President of Togo
• Gabriel Urbain Fauré French composer
• Félix François Faure President of France
• Edgar Faure Prime Minister of France