French Girl Names (with Meanings & Popularity)
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Vreni
Vreni is a feminine name of Swiss German origin, functioning as a diminutive form of Verena. The name Verena derives from Latin, possibly meaning 'true' or referring to a specific place. Vreni is…
Vere
Vere is a rare feminine name with multiple possible origins. It primarily derives from a Norman surname meaning 'alder tree' or from Latin 'verus' meaning 'true'. As an Old English word, vere also…
Viridienne
Latin via French
"green"
This French version of Viridiana and Viridis lacks the charm of similar and more familiar French names like Vivienne and Adrienne.
Verone
Verone is a feminine name with Italian and French linguistic roots. It likely developed as a feminine form of the Italian surname Verona, which references the romantic Italian city known for being…
Verenice
Verenice is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Berenice or Bernice, which comes from the Greek 'Berenike' meaning 'bringing victory.' The name has ancient roots, notably belonging…
Véronique
French variation of Veronica
The sleek French version of Veronica has considerable class and chic.
Vianne
French, blend of Vivian and Anne
A smooth and velvety Gallic choice first heard here as the heroine of the movie "Chocolat."
Victoire
French
"victory"
Adds French flair to Victoria, though many Americans would find pronunciation a challenge.
Victorine
French variation of Victoria, Latin
"victory"
Victorine is appealing if you know it's an authentic vintage French girls' name, less so if you assume it's an awkward feminization, ala Davette or Richardine.
Victrice
Victrice is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'victrix' meaning 'female victor' or 'conqueror.' It's the feminine form of Victor and shares its etymology with Victoria, all stemming from…
Victorin
Victorin is a feminine name derived from the Latin 'victor,' meaning 'conqueror' or 'winner.' It represents a feminine form of Victor or Victorian, though in some contexts it may also be used as a…
Villette
French
"small town"
Charming Gallic name uncommon in France, and unknown in this country, with literary credibility as the title of a Charlotte Brontë novel.
Vincence
Vincence is a feminine name derived from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'prevailing.' It is a variant of the more common female form Vincent or Vincentia. This elegant name…
Vincentine
Vincentine is a feminine form of Vincent, ultimately derived from the Latin name Vincentius, meaning 'conquering' or 'victorious'. This elegant elaboration adds a distinctly feminine ending to the…
Vinciane
Vinciane is a feminine name with French and Latin roots, derived from the masculine Vincent, ultimately from the Latin 'vincens' meaning 'conquering.' Popular primarily in French-speaking regions,…
Yolande
Yolande is a feminine name of medieval French origin derived from the Germanic elements 'yol' meaning 'viking' or 'valiant' and 'lande' meaning 'land' or 'territory'. It was introduced to England…
Viole
Viole is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It likely relates to the Latin 'viola,' referring to the flower violet, which symbolizes modesty, faithfulness, and virtue. The name…
Vyolette
Vyolette is an ornate variation of Violet, featuring a distinctive spelling with the 'y' replacing the 'i' and doubling the 't'. The name ultimately derives from the Latin 'viola,' referring to the…
Vionnet
French designer name
This name of a famous Parisian fashion designer known for her sophisticated 1920s and 30s style could translate into a pretty American baby name.
Virginie
French variation of Virginia, Latin
"virginal, pure"
Say Virginie they way they do in Paris -- VAIR-zhin-ee -- and it sounds elegant and appealing. But Americans might pronounce it like virgin-y, which is a no-go.