Azi*Cwater's list "French Counts" of 20 great name ideas: Drogo - Gauzbert!

French Counts

Drogo

Edouard is the French variation of Edward, a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins meaning 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector.' Combining the elements 'ead' (wealth, prosperity) and 'weard' (guardian), Edouard carries a noble heritage. The name has been borne by numerous French aristocrats and several kings of England in its English form. Unlike the more anglicized Edward, Edouard maintains its distinctly French character with the elegant pronunciation ay-DWAR. While common in French-speaking regions, it remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, offering a sophisticated European alternative. The name conveys strength and reliability while maintaining a certain continental refinement and cultural richness.

Edouard

One of the rarest Bert names, Engelbert has been used at least since the time of Charlemagne and is the name of several saints. But mostly, it's impossible not to associate it with Engelbert Humperdinck, both the German composer and the British pop singer (born Arnold Dorsey) who borrowed his name.

Engelbert

Eustace was originally popularized by St. Eustace, who was born a Norman nobleman and is said to have been converted to Christianity by seeing a crucifix between the antlers of the deer he was hunting. It was introduced to England by the Normans, and can be found in medieval legend. In literature the name appears in the person of Eustace Clarence Scrubb in C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia.
<bre/> The image of Eustace today is as sedate and stuffy as the monocled Eustace Tilly character on The New Yorker magazine covers. Its diminutive Stacy became a unisex hit.

Eustace

Ebles

Ecchard

Eleonor

Elzear

Emmanuelle

Engelram

Enguerrand

Errand

Eschivat

Eudes

Foulques is a masculine name of Old Germanic origin that came into prominence in medieval France. It derives from the Germanic element 'folk,' meaning 'people' or 'army.' Historically significant, the name was borne by several Counts of Anjou during the Middle Ages, including Foulques V who became King of Jerusalem during the Crusades. Despite its noble heritage, Foulques remains exceptionally rare outside of historical contexts and French genealogical records. The pronunciation (roughly 'Foolk') may present challenges in English-speaking regions. This name carries strong connections to medieval European history and French heritage, making it an erudite choice for parents interested in historical names. Its extreme rarity guarantees distinctiveness for any modern bearer.

Foulques

Fulk is a masculine name of Germanic origin that was once relatively common in medieval Europe, particularly after the Norman Conquest of England. It derives from the Germanic element "folk" meaning "people" or "army." The name was borne by several notable historical figures, including Fulk III, Count of Anjou, and Fulk, King of Jerusalem during the Crusades. Despite its historical significance, Fulk fell out of common usage by the late Middle Ages. Today, it remains exceedingly rare, possibly due to its somewhat stark sound in modern English and potential negative associations with similar-sounding words. For history enthusiasts seeking a genuinely medieval name, Fulk offers authentic historical roots.

Fulk

Francois

A possible hero name inspired by notables from Spanish poet/playwright Federico Garcia Lorca to writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez to the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia. 

Garcia

An everyday name in France, a charismatic possibility elsewhere, Guillaume is a French form of the classic Germanic William. It's heyday was back in the 1980s and 90s, when it ranked in the French Top 10 and the Belgium and Quebec Top 20, though more recent years have seen it drop from the popularity charts. 