Modern French Chic

Anaise

Variation of Anais

Anais, the name forever attached to the daring French-born American novelist and diarist Anais Nin, is unusual and French enough without appending an e, though some may think it clarifies…

Aurelie

French variation of Aurelia, Latin

"the golden one"

Aurelie is the delicate French variation of Aurelia, one of the most improbable popular names of recent years. Both versions of the name are lovely, but it might be difficult to insist that Americans…

Clemence

French feminine variation of Clement

"mild, merciful"

Calm, composed, and chic. Often seen with an accent in France, as Clémence.

Coline

English diminutive of Nicole, French from Greek, or English feminization of Colin, English, Irish, and Scottish

"people of victory; pup"

Wishy-washy, and too similar to Colleen.

Delphine

French from Greek

"of Delphi; womb"

Delphine is a sleek, chic French name with two nature associations — the dolphin and the delphinium, a bluebell-like flower, a well as a link to the ancient city of Delphi, which the Greeks believed…

Fabrice

Fabrice, when used as a feminine name, represents an uncommon gender crossover from its traditional masculine usage. The name originates from Latin 'faber' meaning 'craftsman' or 'artisan,' and has…

Juline

Juline is a feminine name with French origins, likely derived as a feminine form of Jules or Julius, ultimately stemming from Latin roots meaning 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded.' This elegant name…

Laurine

Laurine is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'sweet bay tree,' which was historically a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome. As a diminutive…

Lilou

Occitan pet form of French Liliane, or French compound of Lili and Louise

"lily; lily + renowned warrior"

Sweet, enchanting Lilou is considered both a pet name from the Occitan language (spoken in Provence in the south of France), and a compound name, blending floral Lili with classic Louise. It peaked…