French Girl Names (with Meanings & Popularity)
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Péronelle
Péronelle is a medieval French feminine name that originated as a variant of Petronilla, which itself derives from the Latin name Petronius, meaning 'of rock' or 'rocky.' It was particularly popular…
Perrette
Perrette is a feminine French name that originated as a diminutive form of Pierre, the French version of Peter, which comes from the Greek "Petros" meaning "rock" or "stone." This charming medieval…
Placidie
Placidie is a rare feminine name with French and Latin origins. It derives from the Latin name 'Placidius' (masculine form) or 'Placidia' (feminine form), stemming from the Latin word 'placidus'…
Pomme
French
"apple"
Une amie for Gwyneth's little girl.
Porter
English from French occupational name
"doorkeeper or carrier"
Porter is one clubby surname or occupational that was given to around 80 baby girls in the US last year -- and nearly 600 baby boys. Porter has an 80s WASP-y Ralph Lauren feel, buttoned-up and old…
Porcie
Porcie is a rare feminine name likely derived as a variant or diminutive of Portia. Portia originates from the Latin 'Porcius,' a Roman family name possibly meaning 'pig' or 'swineherd,' though its…
Primevère
Primevère is a delicate feminine name of French origin derived from the flower primrose, known as 'primevère' in French. The word itself comes from Latin 'prima vera,' meaning 'first spring,'…
Prisca
Latin
"ancient"
The rarer long form of Priscilla, which comes from the Roman name Priscus, meaning "ancient".
Priscille
Priscille is a feminine name of Latin origin, serving as a French variation of Priscilla, which means 'ancient' or 'venerable.' The name carries an air of elegance and refinement, particularly…
Provence
French place-name
"province"
One of the most picturesque and enchanting areas of France could become a distinctive baby name. Provence Maydew is a Canadian actress.
Prew
Prew is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain etymological origins. It may be a variant spelling of 'Prue,' which is a diminutive of Prudence, meaning 'caution' or 'discretion' from Latin…
Prudenzia
Prudenzia is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'prudentia' meaning 'wisdom,' 'foresight,' or 'good judgment.' It's a more elaborate form of the name Prudence, which was popular among…
Prudentiane
Prudentiane is an exceptionally rare feminine name derived from the Latin word 'prudentia,' meaning 'foresight,' 'wisdom,' or 'prudence.' It appears to be an elaborate variant of Prudence, extended…
Prewdence
Prewdence appears to be a variant spelling of Prudence, a feminine virtue name derived from Latin "prudentia" meaning "foresight" or "wisdom." The unusual spelling with "ew" instead of "u" creates a…
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,…
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…
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.
Questa
French
"one who seeks"
Sounds too much like the name of a minivan.
Rachelle
French variation of Rachel
Elaboration of Rachel sometimes seen in France, but more rarely here.
Rafaila
Rafaila is a feminine name derived from Raphael, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God has healed.' This feminine variation maintains the melodic quality of the original while adapting it for…