Updated October 2024
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Bénédicte is a feminine French name derived from the Latin name Benedicta, the female form of Benedictus, meaning 'blessed.' The name carries the same linguistic roots as Benedict and Benedetta, all…
French variation of Latin
"good"
The strong and unusual name of a medieval (male) saint and a contemporary (female) novelist, Benilde Little.
German
"brave as a bear"
Bernardine is really driving home its Bernard connection, for better or worse. Bernadine is the usual form of this name. Saint Bernardine of Siena was, surprise!, a man, also called Bernardino, a…
Bernardene is a feminine name derived from Bernard, which has Germanic origins meaning 'brave as a bear' or 'strong, bold bear.' This elaborated feminine form adds a gentle, flowing quality to the…
Benadette is a feminine name that serves as a variant of the more common Bernadette, which originated from the Germanic masculine name Bernard, meaning "brave as a bear." The alteration from "r" to…
Bérénice is a feminine name of ancient Greek origin, derived from 'Berenikē' meaning 'bearer of victory.' This elegant name has historical significance, notably worn by several queens of ancient…
Bernelle is a feminine name that appears to be a decorative elaboration of Bernie or Bernadette, names ultimately derived from Germanic roots meaning 'brave as a bear.' The addition of the feminine…
Berenicia is a rare feminine name with ancient roots, believed to be derived from the ancient Macedonian city of Berenice, which was named after Berenice I, queen of Egypt. The name ultimately comes…
French form of Bertha, German
"bright, glorious"
Berthe was quite popular among European nobility during the Middle Ages, notably carried by Berthe of Burgundy, queen of France in the 10th century. The name saw modest popularity in France and other…
French
"heroine, bright maiden"
The name of medieval French saint, similar to Sally Field's name, Bertrille, on the old The Flying Nun sitcom, leading some to expect the word "Sister" in front of it.
Bibiane is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Viviana, meaning 'alive' or 'full of life.' The name has roots in early Christianity through Saint Bibiana (or Viviana), a…
"little doe"
Charming Gallic possibility but with some obvious playground problems.
"woman with brown hair"
Brunette is an unusual feminine name derived from the French word for a woman with brown hair. While more commonly recognized as a descriptive term rather than a given name, it has occasionally been…
French place-name; also color name
It's a place. It's a wine. It's a color. -- no wonder trend-heavy Burgundy's been discovered as a name.
Variation of Sebastienne, French
"person from Sebastia"
Rare French option for girls, but feels familiar thanks to the popularity of Sebastian.