International Baby Names · Middle Names, Surnames, and Nicknames
150+ French Last Names
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Vigee
French surname
This portion of the name of the famous eighteenth century French painter Elisabeth Louise Vigée-LeBrun could make a cute and perky girl's name.
Villard
French from German
"battle fortress"
Creative surname choice, associated with the great French postimpressionist Edouard Villard.
Villiers
French
"town-dweller"
Name with aristrocratic overtones.
Baudelaire
French
"large dagger or short sword"
Associated with the Baudelaire siblings from Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events and with the poet Charles Baudelaire, this French surname is a bold literary choice, with a touch of…
Solaire
French
"solar"
An intriguing French word and surname, Solaire has a hint of aristocratic ruggedness and plenty of flair. Translating to "solar", it is unlikely to be used within France itself, however, it has seen…
Solaire
French
"solar"
An intriguing French word and surname, Solaire has a hint of aristocratic ruggedness and plenty of flair. Translating to "solar", it is unlikely to be used within France itself, however, it has seen…
Ozanne
French form of Hosanna, Hebrew
"praise the Lord; deliver us"
Also spelled Osanne, Ozanne is a French form of Hosanna, the exclamation given by those around Jesus when he first entered Jerusalem in the New Testament. It was notably born by Ozanne-Anne Achon,…
Soyer
French, Turkish
"master, lord; nobleman"
While this may sound like an alternative spelling of the unisex Sawyer, it is in fact a multicultural choice of French and Turkish origin, more familiar as a last name than a given name. From its…
Orleans
English, French, place name
"gold"
An interesting and as yet undiscovered place name, Orleans feels similar to the likes of Harlem, Memphis, and Oslo. The English form of the French Orléans, it ultimately derives from the Latin…
Adrien
French variation of Adrian, Latin
"man of Adria"
This spelling variation of Adrian was popular in France and Belgium during the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, peaking in 1991 when it reached the Top 20 in France. While it has since declined in use, it…
Valadie
French
"from the valley"
Likely derived from the French surname Valadier or from the phrase de la vallée , Valadie is a melodic and nature inspired choice, similar in sound and style to Valerie and Amelie. Used as a surname,…
Alexandre
French variation of Alexander
"defending men"
What's the difference between Alexander, the usual English spelling of this deeply classical name, and Alexandre, the French version? English speakers might find the proper French pronunciation…
Allaire
French surname, possibly meaning "cheerful"
"cheerful"
Allaire, a last name in France. could make a first, with its light and airy feel.
Allard
French and English surname
"noble and brave"
Derived from the personal name Adalhard.
Amaury
French form of Amalric
"work power"
Friendlier french form of ancient Germanic royal name Amalric or Emmerich.
Armand
French variation of Herman, German
"soldier"
Since the first production of Camille this has been considered one of the world's most romantic names, though it's one of those French names for boys rarely heard in this country. Actor Armie…
Arnaud
French variation of Arnold
"ruler, strong as an eagle"
French given and surname.
Aubert
French variation of Albert
"noble, bright"
Likely to be pronounced AW-bert in English, short forms Aubie and Bertie give this rare French name quirky modern appeal.
Aubin
French form of Albinus, Ancient Roman
"white, blond, bright"
Aubin might be seen as a fresher and more decidedly masculine twist on Aubrey, though the two are not related. This stylish French choice derives from the Roman Albinus or Albus, meaning "white,…