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Updated October 2026

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Léa
Hebrew
"weary"
French version of Leah, currently popular with French-speaking parents. In this spelling, it looks pleasingly like the female equivalent of Leo (or Léo), and sounds like Leia.
Leopoldine
French feminine version of Leopold
"brave people"
A sophisticated girls' name for those attracted to Leona, Leonie and Leonore.
Lotta
Short form of Charlotta or Carlotta, forms of Charlotte, French
"free man"
This nickname-name is very popular in Germany, though Lottie is still the preferred version in the US. The problem, of course, is that you'll have to put up with a lotta jokes. See?
Laure
French form of Laura, English from Latin
"from Laurentum or bay laurel"
Laure is a feminine French name derived from the Latin 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel tree' - a symbol of victory and honor in ancient times. It functions as both a standalone name and the French form of…
Laurette
Laurette is a delicate feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Laura or Lauren. Derived from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'sweet bay tree,' the laurel wreath has…
Lunéciel
French
"moon and sky"
At first glance, this looks like a name straight from Middle Earth, however, it actually comes from the French phrase, lune et ciel , meaning "moon and sky". Atmospheric and poetic too, Lunéciel,…
Ludvina
Walloon form of Ludivine or Ludwina, French, German
"people's friend"
More familiar perhaps as Ludivine or Ludwina, this name is the Walloon feminine form of the Old Germanic name Leutwin. With its friendly meaning and a sound that is both clunky and regal, it is used…
Lylou
Variation of Lilou, French, Occitan
"lily; lily + renowned warrior"
An alternative spelling of the sweet French Lilou, used as both a diminutive of Liliane and as a compound name, blending Lili- with Louise. This variation made the French Top 100 in the 2010s, though…
Lyanni
Variation of Lyanna and Liana, English, French
"to climb like a vine; meadow grace"
A modern spin on Liana, and Leanne, possible inspired by the Game of Thrones / A Song of Ice and Fire character Lyanna Stark too. Relating back to the climbing plant, the liana, or to the compound…
Louve
French
"she-wolf"
A modern name, taken literally from the French word for she-wolf, Louve could also be considered a feminine form of Loup (or Lupus). Similar in sound to Louvre — as in the famous art museum, whose…
Lin
Chinese, Burmese, Russian, Bulgarian, Spanish, French
"forest; jade; bright, clear; flax"
Succinct and simple on the surface, Lin is a surprisingly complex name with a variety of different roots. As a Chinese name, it is a unisex option, connected to the color green. Pronounced as LEEN,…
Lazarie
Feminine form of Lazare, French, Hebrew
"God is my helper"
Derived from the French form of Lazarus, Lazare, ultimately from the Hebrew Eleazar, Lazarie may appeal to those who want a rare, Biblical inspired choice but also enjoy the sounds of Amelie, Avery,…
Ludovie
French feminine form of Ludovia or Ludovic
"famous warrior"
Ludovie can be viewed in two ways: first, as a French feminine form of Ludovic or Ludwig, giving it a strong, battle-ready meaning, and secondly, as a nature name, stemming from a genus of plants…
Lydwine
French form of Lidwina, Dutch, German
"friend of the people"
A quietly used name among French speakers, Lydwine is a variation of Lidwina, itself a feminine form of Ludwin and Leutwin. These names are usually interpreted as meaning "friend of the people" or…
Lilio
French and Italian masculine form of Lilia, Latin
"lily"
A melodic and floral choice for boys that feels as upbeat and summery as Elio, Lilio has seen notable use in France in recent years, featuring in the latter end of the Top 500 between 2018 and 2023.…
Lylio
French masculine form of Lilia, Latin
"lily"
Bright, contemporary and melodic, Lylio is a floral choice for boys, notably used in France as a variation of Lilio, a masculine form of Lilia. It recently ranked in the French Top 400 and has been…
Lyvio
French variation of Livius, Latin
"envious"
A contemporary variation on Livio, itself an Italian form of the ancient Livius, Lyvio is familiar in France, having entered the name charts back in 2021. While the "envious" meaning may put some…
Lilise
Walloon diminutive of Elise, French, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Predominantly used in Southern Belgium by Walloon speakers, Lilise is a light and airy diminutive of Elise (or similar). Sweet but full of energy, Lilise may be appreciated by fans of Lilou, Lilias,…
Ludovine
Feminine form of Leutwin or Ludovic, French, Germanic
"people's friend; famous warrior"
A rare and stately feeling option, Ludovine may be interpreted in two ways. On one hand, it may have been inspired by Ludivine, Ludwina, or Ludvina, all feminine forms of the Old German name,…
Lucence
French, Latin
"shining"
A rare member of the Luc- family, Lucence ultimately comes from the Latin lucens meaning "shining". A French form of Lucentia, via the Roman Lucentius, in English it may bring to mind the term…

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