Breton Names for Boys

Gael

Breton

"Gaelic"

This cross-cultural name, found in Wales, Brittany, and Spain, is a surprise star in the U.S in recent years, largely thanks to actor Gael Garcia Bernal. Also written as Gaël, it's a popular choice…

Mael

French or Breton

"chief or prince"

The name of a fifth century Breton saint, Mael is a popular boys' name in contemporary France, though it is usually spelled with a diaeresis or umlaut - Maël. Mael is the Breton spelling, and the…

Yvan

Yvan is a masculine name primarily used in French-speaking regions and Eastern Europe, serving as a variant of Ivan, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The…

Kavan

Breton

"battle"

Rarely heard, and all too likely to be confused with Kevin.

Devi

Sanskrit

"divine"

Devi is the name of a Hindu goddess. Deva or Dev are male forms.

Malo

Breton

"shining hostage"

Malo, the name of an important sixth century Breton saint who founded St. Malo, the charming port town in Brittany -- is considered quite au courant in France right now, ranking firmly in the Top…

Oan

Breton

"lamb"

A too-literal spin on Owen.

Samzun

Samzun is a masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly representing a variant spelling of Samson, the biblical figure known for his extraordinary strength. The biblical Samson's name derives from…

Kerouac

Breton literary name

Kerouac could make for a meaningful possible modern literary inspiration, via On the Road author Jack. The writer's baptism certificate read Jean Louis Kirouac, though he later claimed his full name…

Jaffrez

Jaffrez is an uncommon masculine name with unclear origins, possibly a modern variant of Geoffrey or Jeffrey. These names derive from the Germanic name Godfrey, meaning 'peace of God' or 'divine…