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Breton names

Ducaliter

By Ducaliter

Updated Thu May 25 2023

In France, names from Britanny have been more and more popular. With their unique feels, some of them could easily be a good fit in other cultures.

Elouane
Aela
- Origin:
  Breton
- Meaning:
  "angel"
- Description:
  Breton cognate of Angela, from Breton ael "angel".
Aela Continued

Alwena
- Origin:
  Welsh, possibly meaning "white brow"
- Meaning:
  "white brow"
- Description:
  Like Alwen, but with an extra feminine frill.
Alwena Continued
Armel
- Origin:
  Welsh
- Meaning:
  "bear prince"
- Description:
  This Welsh name, also used in France, is the name of a 6th century saint who went to Brittany and established abbeys. Armel has a pleasant and familiar sound, making it easily used outside of Wales and France.
Armel Continued
Awen
- Origin:
  Welsh
- Meaning:
  "muse, inspiration"
- Description:
  The Welsh word for the artistic muse or inspiration is used regularly for girls in Wales, and occasionally for boys.
Awen Continued

Azenor
- Origin:
  Breton form of Elinor or Helen
- Meaning:
  "light"
- Description:
  One way to spin grandma Helen or Ellen's name off the beaten track. The legendary Azenor was a tragic 6th century Breton princess who was mother to a saint. This personage also may be known as Senara.
Azenor Continued
Aziliz
- Origin:
  Breton variation of Cecilia
- Description:
  This spunky variation of the placid Cecilia might be a winner for those looking for a rare international version of a traditional name.
Aziliz Continued
Ael

Alar
Albinenn
Annwenn

Aodren
Aouregan
Aourell

Argantael
Arzel
Biel
- Origin:
  Catalan variant of Gabriel
- Description:
  A Top 10 boys' name in Catalonia that will likely be associated with actress Jessica Biel in the US.
Biel Continued

Beltram
Benead
Binenn