Nectaire

Greek

"of nectar"

Nectaire Origin and Meaning

The name Nectaire is a boy's name.

Nectaire is a masculine name of French origin, derived from the Greek 'nektar,' the divine drink of the gods in classical mythology. The name is perhaps best known through Saint Nectaire, a 5th-century bishop of Auvergne, France, who also lent his name to a famous French cheese. Nectaire carries an elegant, sophisticated quality with its French pronunciation and classical roots. This rare name offers literary and gastronomic associations while evoking sweetness and divinity from its etymological connection to nectar. Though uncommon outside of France, Nectaire could appeal to parents seeking a name with distinctive cultural flair and refined historical connections.