1200+ French Names (with Meanings and Popularity)
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Nannette
Nannette is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Anne, ultimately derived from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace.' This charming variation emerged in medieval France, where adding…
Nanée
Nanée is a feminine name with French influences, likely a variant of names like Nanette or Anne. The accent mark gives it a distinctive European flair. As a diminutive form, it carries a delicate and…
Nynette
Nynette is an uncommon feminine name that likely developed as a diminutive form of Nina or as a variant of Ninette. With French-inspired styling, the name carries a delicate, dainty quality through…
Noémie
French variation of Naomi
Particularly pretty French version of the biblical standard.
Narguize
Narguize is an exotic feminine name with possible Persian or Arabic origins, though its specific etymology is obscure. The name has a mystical, enigmatic quality with its unusual sound combination.…
Narcisse
Narcisse is a refined feminine name with French origins, derived from the Greek word 'narkissos,' referring to the narcissus flower. In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter known for his beauty…
Alexandrine
Variation of Alexandra, Greek
"defending men"
Alexandra is a name with many international variations, elaborations and short forms, and Alexandrine is one of the more unusual, found mostly in France and Germany. Another, Alexandrina, was the…
Yolanthe
Yolanthe is a distinctive variation of Yolande, a name derived from the medieval French name Violante, which relates to the Latin word for 'violet flower.' This elaborate version adds sophistication…
Nathalie
A French variation of Natalie that's used occasionally in contemporary America. In England and Wales Natalie remains about 10 times as popular as Nathalie.
Natalène
Natalène is a feminine name of French origin, representing an elaborate variation of Natalie. Derived from the Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birth' or 'birthday,' it traditionally connected to Christmas,…
Iolanthe
Greek
"violet flower"
Iolanthe is known primarily through the 1882 Gilbert & Sullivan operetta of that name, in which the title character is a fairy. Iolanthe is a softer version of Yolanda, and is the kind of…
Tali
Hebrew
"dew"
Friendly and relaxed choice used by singer Annie Lennox for her daughter; Tal is a unisex Hebrew version.
Nichelle
American, contemporary variation of Michelle
A modern twist on Michelle spotlighted by Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols.
Nichele
Nichele is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Nicole or Michele, blending elements of both these more common names. Derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the…
Nicholina
Nicholina is a feminine name that serves as an elaborate form of Nicole or Nicola, ultimately deriving from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' This elegant variation maintains…
Noel
French
"Christmas"
Noel, the French word for Christmas has been given to both boys and girls born on that holiday since the Middle Ages. For girls it's often spelled Noelle.
Indre
French or Sanskrit
"cave; possessing drops of rain"
The Indre is a river in France. Spelled Indra, it's the name of a powerful deity worshipped by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains — roughly the South Asian equivalent of the Greek Zeus or Norse Odin. But…
Norris
French
"northerner"
A British surname that was used only for males until Mrs. Norman Mailer, Norris Church (born Barbara), came under the public eye.
Océane
French
"ocean"
Popular in France and Quebec, but familiar in Switzerland and Belgium too, Océane is a French nature name that combines elegance with a beachy, summery feel. It recently ranked in the French Top 300,…
Illuminée
French word name
"illuminated"
Illumination with a French accent.