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French Names that Start With A

Updated October 2026

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Audric
French variation of Aldric, Germanic
"old, wise ruler"
A historic name seeing some modern use among French-speaking parents.
Anaise
Variation of Anais
Anais, the name forever attached to the daring French-born American novelist and diarist Anais Nin, is unusual and French enough without appending an e, though some may think it clarifies…
Aime
French
"love"
Aime is a delicate feminine name with French origins, derived from the French verb 'aimer' meaning 'to love'. Pronounced 'EM' or 'EYM-ay', this simple yet meaningful name carries warmth and affection…
Aurelien
French form of Aurelius, Latin
"golden"
More traditionally spelled as Aurélien, this is the elegant French form of the golden Aurelius. Ultimately derived from aureus meaning "gold, gilded", this form is in the French Top 500, albeit near…
Achille
French variation of Achilles
"thin-lipped"
The French spin on the name of the great Homeric hero with the vulnerable heel seems somewhat more portable into the modern world.
Abella
French, meaning 'breath'
A pretty name heard in the Louisiana Cajun community, Abella would fit right in with all the other, more familiar, bella names.
Aurel
Aurel is a masculine name with Latin origins, derived from 'Aurelius' meaning 'golden' or 'gilded'. Popular in Romania, France, and other European countries, it carries an elegant, classical feel.…
Abelina
Feminine form of Abel, Abba, Adalbert, or Apollonius, German, Spanish, French, Dutch
"breath; strength; noble and bright; father"
A multicultural name with a whole variety of meanings, Abelina may appeal as an alternative to Adeline, Abilene, Annabel or Abigail. From its Spanish, German, and Niçard roots, Abelina may be…
Apolline
French form of Apollonia, feminine variation of Apollo, Greek mythology name
"destroyer"
Apolline is a luscious French name chic in Paris -- it's a Top 100 name for baby girls in France -- and ripe for the plucking in the English-speaking world. Derived from the mythological name Apollo,…
Autry
French surname
"noble strength"
Loose, lean, and lanky cowboy-sounding names have become a recent trend, but how about the name of a real one--the Singing Cowboy Gene. Autry might be thought of as a masculine spin on the…
Aymeric
French variation of Aimeric and Heimirch, German, English
"estate ruler; home ruler"
Pronounced with either two or three syllables, Aymeric is a rare, French way to honor a Henry. Derived from Aimeric, itself from the Germanic Heimrich and the English Henry, Aymeric makes an…
Axelle
French feminine form of Axel
"father of peace"
Putting the emphasis on the "elle" softens a name that seems at once futuristic and medieval.
Angelette
Angelette is a delicate feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Angela, which stems from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' The addition of the French suffix '-ette'…
Aimeé
Aimeé is a feminine name of French origin, a variant spelling of Aimée, meaning 'beloved' or 'loved one.' Derived from the French verb 'aimer' (to love), it carries romantic and affectionate…
Absalon
Absalon is a distinctive masculine name of Hebrew origin, being a variation of Absalom, which means 'father of peace.' In the Bible, Absalom was the third son of King David, known for his striking…
Albertine
French feminine variation of Albert
"bright, noble"
Albertine and Alberta are old-fashioned feminizations ala Geraldine and Roberta: a little bit clunky, a little bit regal, just waiting for a celeb to use them to make them cool again. Familiar in…
Abbé
Abbé is a masculine name with French origins, derived from the word meaning 'abbot' or 'father,' referring to the head of a monastery. Historically, it was used as a title for Catholic clergymen in…
Aloyse
Aloyse is a feminine name with Germanic and French origins, functioning as a variation of Aloys or Aloïs, which themselves derive from the name Louis. The ultimate root is the Old Frankish name…
Amérique
Amérique is a feminine name derived directly from the French word for America. This uncommon name carries geographic significance, essentially naming a child after the continent. While place names…
Amélie
French variation of Amelia
"work"
French favorite gaining notice here thanks to the charming film of that name. Although to the English-speaking ear it sounds more like Emily than Amelia, it derives from the latter which has a…

French Names that Start With A

Audric

Anaise

Aime

Aurelien

Achille

Abella

Aurel

Abelina

Apolline

Autry

Aymeric

Axelle

Angelette

Aimeé

Absalon

Albertine

Abbé

Aloyse

Amérique

Amélie