Breton names

By Ducaliter · Updated May 2023

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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.

The names

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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…
Gwen
Diminutive of Gwendolen or Gwendolyn, Welsh
"white circle"
While Gwen may have originated as a short form of Gwendolen and Gwendolyn, these days it frequently stands on its own. Rocker Gwen Stefani has given it a shot of cool, and parents are choosing it as…
Elara
Greek mythology name
"hazelnut, spear"
A bright, airy choice, Elara appears in Greek mythology and is borne by a lover of Zeus who gave birth to a giant son called Tityos. One of Jupiter's moons is named after her, adding a celestial feel…
Yuna
Japanese, Breton, Korean, Chinese, Dutch
"superiority, gentleness, or citrus fruit; lamb; willow, abundant, child, happy + to reach, to hold; jade + elegant, beautiful; June"
An attractive, widely appealing, multicultural option, Yuna has its roots in Japanese, Breton, Korean, Chinese. KPOP singer Yuna may be attracting some attention to her name, as might influencer…
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…
Aela
Breton
"angel"
Breton cognate of Angela, from Breton ael "angel".
Enora
Breton
"honor"
Unusual Honor or Nora alternative, but we prefer the originals.
Biel
Catalan variant of Gabriel
A Top 10 boys' name in Catalonia that will likely be associated with actress Jessica Biel in the US.
Renan
Portuguese, Spanish, French, Turkish, and Breton variation of Ronan, Irish
"little seal"
An international variation of Ronan primarily found in Brazil.
Armel
Welsh
"bear prince"
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…
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…
Yann
French/Breton variation of John
"God is gracious"
This might be a better choice than the similarly pronounced Jan, to avoid gender confusion.
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Breton names

About this list

The names

Gael

Gwen

Elara

Yuna

Mael

Aela

Enora

Biel

Renan

Armel

Malo

Yann

Ael

Alar

Aodren

Aouregan

Arzel

Beltram

Benead

Brieuc