Greatest French Girls Names

Ninette

French diminutive of Ann

"grace"

Not quite Nanette and not quite Ninon, this is one of the more unusual 'ette' options. There was an eponymous Spanish film, starring Elsa Pataky, based on a novel.

Noemie

Noemie is the French variation of Naomi, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delightfulness.' In the Bible, Naomi was the mother-in-law of Ruth and a figure of loyalty and…

Sidonie

Latin

"from Sidon "

Sidonie is an appealing and chic French favorite that is starting to attract some American fans as a fresher alternative to Sydney. Also spelled Sidony, Sidonie was the birth name of the French…

Violaine

Violaine is a French feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'viola' meaning 'violet flower.' This elegant name carries a delicate, romantic quality and has been used in France since medieval…

Victoire

French

"victory"

Adds French flair to Victoria, though many Americans would find pronunciation a challenge.

Virginie

French variation of Virginia, Latin

"virginal, pure"

Say Virginie they way they do in Paris -- VAIR-zhin-ee -- and it sounds elegant and appealing. But Americans might pronounce it like virgin-y, which is a no-go.