1200+ French Names (with Meanings and Popularity)
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Prune
Fruit name
Prune is a fruit name loved by the French, for whom it's a Plum equivalent. In the U.S., Plum works, but Prune is not a name we'd want to inflict on a child. Prunella is slightly more plausible.
Gisele
The French variation of Giselle was made famous by the spectacular Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen.
Prunelle
French
"little plum"
This sweet, fruity French name debuted in the American charts in 2020 (but dipped out again the following year). Although it's offbeat, the spunky nicknames Prue and Nell(ie) definitely work in its…
Ramonde
Ramonde is a feminine name with French and Germanic roots. It's the feminine form of Raymond, which combines the Germanic elements 'ragin' (advice, counsel) and 'mund' (protection). While less common…
Prue
Short form of Prudence, English virtue name
"caution"
After a long time in limbo, Prudence is now so clunky it'a cool, and it's starting to make a comeback, along with other Puritan virtue names like Mercy, Patience, and Constance. Its short form, Prue,…
Raffelle
Raffelle is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Raffaella or Raphaela, the feminine forms of Raphael. The name has Hebrew origins meaning 'God has healed' or 'healing God.' This melodious…
Rafaella
Italian variation of Raphaela, Hebrew
"God has healed"
Oh, the many spellings of Rafaella. Those with Fs and double-Ls denote Italian origins, while an F and a single L is Spanish and Portuguese. The original Hebrew form is Raphaela. Rafaela is the most…
Réba
Réba is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Reba, featuring an acute accent over the 'e'. The name Reba itself has multiple possible origins - it can be a short form of Rebecca…
Rébecca
Rébecca is the French variation of Rebecca, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie,' featured prominently in biblical tradition as the wife of Isaac. The addition of the acute accent…
Régine
French from Latin
"queen"
While the usual French word for queen is Reine, Régine is the francisized version of Regina.
Reinette
French
"little queen"
Reinette was the childhood nickname of Madame La Pompadour, perhaps a cute short form for Regina or Reina but hardly worthy of the full name on the birth certificate today.
Regia
Regia is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'regius' meaning 'royal' or 'regal.' This connection to royalty gives the name an inherent sense of dignity and elegance. While relatively…
Renée
French from Latin
"reborn"
Chic in the fifties, now kept in the public eye mainly by actress Zellweger; today's parents seek more moderne Gallic choices.
Renae
Variation of Renee
"reborn"
This spelling makes a dated name slighly more modern.
Richilde
Richilde is a feminine Germanic name combining the elements 'ric' meaning 'power' or 'ruler' and 'hild' meaning 'battle' or 'warfare,' thus signifying 'powerful battle maiden' or 'strong female…
Richarde
Richarde is a feminine name that represents a rare female variant of the classic Germanic name Richard. Derived from the elements 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'powerful' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or…
Rivage
French word name
"shore"
Unique, soft, and flowing.
Roberte
Roberte is the feminine form of Robert, a name of Germanic origin meaning 'bright fame' or 'shining with glory.' Primarily used in French-speaking regions, Roberte combines the traditional strength…
Gilberte
French, feminine variation of Gilbert
You might be able to make this work if you pronounce it the sophisticated French way: zhil-bare.
Clairette
Clairette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Claire (meaning 'clear' or 'bright' from Latin 'clarus'). The suffix '-ette' adds a touch of delicacy and charm, typical…