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  1. Mathilde

    • Origin:

      French; Norwegian; Danish; Dutch; German, variation of Matilda

    • Meaning:

      "battle-mighty"

    • Description:

      Mathilde is even more popular in France than Matilda, a hipster favorite thanks to Michelle Williams and Heath Ledger, is here. And the French pronunciation, while confusing to English speakers, makes it softer and prettier than the version we're more familiar with. It's also very popular in Denmark and Noway, pronounced closer to the English variant.
  2. Mellicent

    • Description:

      Mellicent is a rare feminine name that evolved as a variant of Melisande and Millicent. It derives from Germanic origins, combining elements meaning 'work' and 'strength' or possibly 'honey' and 'sweet.' Popular during medieval times, it was brought to England by the Normans but gradually declined in use over centuries. The spelling with 'e' rather than 'i' gives it a distinctive honey-like quality, reinforcing associations with sweetness (reflecting the Latin 'mel' meaning honey). The name enjoyed brief popularity during the early 20th century but remains uncommon today. Mellicent offers the friendly nicknames Mel, Mellie, or Milly. It appeals to parents drawn to vintage names with a gentle sound and historical depth that still feel unique in contemporary settings.

  3. Mirabelle

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "marvelous"

    • Description:

      If you're looking for a fresher belle name than Isabelle, Mirabelle is lovely, and we also like the extra flourish of Mirabella. And if you want a nature tie, Mirabelle is also the name of a delicate French plum.
  4. Nicolette

    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Nicole, feminine variation of Nicholas, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "people of victory"

    • Description:

      Nicolette is the ultra-feminine name of an enchanting princess in the medieval French romance, Aucassin et Nicolette, a name that got stacks of publicity in the heyday of Desperate Housewives and its star Nicolette Sheridan. It was also the name of Chloe Sevigny's character in Big Love.
  5. Rosette

    • Description:

      Rosette is a delicate feminine name with French origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Rose. It literally means 'little rose,' referring to the small, rose-shaped decoration or ribbon formation. The name combines botanical beauty with artistic flair, conveying images of elegance and refinement. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, Rosette has maintained a consistent presence, appreciated for its sophisticated French flair. The name carries the rose's symbolic associations with love and beauty while adding a touch of uniqueness compared to the more common Rose or Rosie. Rosette appeals to parents seeking a name that's recognizable yet distinctive, combining floral inspiration with European charm.
  6. Saison

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "season"

    • Description:

      A French word name that could be a fresh spin on Summer or Autumn.
  7. Satine

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "smooth, shiny"

    • Description:

      Satine, the name of the Nicole Kidman character in Moulin Rouge,, is, by definition satiny smooth. Jacinda Barrett named her daughter Satine Anais.
  8. Seraphine

    • Origin:

      French from Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "burning ones"

    • Description:

      Seraphine is the Gallic version of the angelic name Seraphina. But while Seraphina has been rising rapidly since Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck chose it for their second daughter, Seraphine has been largely ignored, though we believe the French vowel-sound ending will soon be more stylish than the a-endings that have predominated in girls' names for years.
  9. Severine

    • Origin:

      French, feminine variation of Severus; Latin

    • Meaning:

      "stern"

    • Description:

      This long-popular name in France sounds fresh, elegant and unusual here. Severine is the name of the most recent gorgeous James Bond Girl in the film Skyfall. Students of film history will associate the name with the complex character Catherine Deneuve played in the 1967 Bunuel classic, Belle de Jour..
  10. Solange

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "solemn"

    • Description:

      This is a soft, soignée French girls' namethat has become familiar here via singer Solange Knowles, younger sister of Beyonce.
  11. Soleil

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "sun"

    • Description:

      An attractive French word name known here via former child TV star Soleil Moon Frye, aka Punky Brewster. It started to be lightly used in the U.S. in the 1920s and is now attracting some attention as both a sunny nature and an international word name. It's currently in the Nameberry Top 500.
  12. Veronique

    • Origin:

      French form of Veronica

    • Meaning:

      "true image"

    • Description:

      Veronica seems poised to rise again, along with many other V names, and with it may follow this more romantic French version.
  13. Vivienne

    • Origin:

      French variation of Vivian

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Vivienne is an elaborated Gallic version of the name Vivian, chosen first by Rosie O'Donnell for her daughter and then catapulted to superstardom when Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie used it for their twin daughter. An adult namesake is the British designer Vivienne Westwood. Rosie O'Donnell also has a daughter named Vivienne, known as Vivi.
  14. Zephyrin

    • Origin:

      French variation of Zephyr

    • Meaning:

      "west wind"

    • Description:

      This name feels warmer and more human-appropriate in its longer version, but still retains that breezy feel. Trivia tidbit: Zephyrinus was a Jewish pope.