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Medieval French Names

Riveris
By Riveris
Updated Thu May 25 2023
Ah heck, I did an entire description for the other list but now I have to write another one ughghgh. Anyway, blah blah blah crusader kings 3 etc etc. toast.
  1. Adam

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "son of the red earth"

    • Description:

      Adam -- a primal Old Testament name -- was revived as a 1960s cowboy name. Adam is not as popular as it once was and feels ready for a respite, replaced by newer A names like Aidan/Aiden, Avery and Axel. Its most prominent current bearers include Adams Sandler, Levine, Brody and Driver -- who plays a character named Adam on Girls.
  2. Alain

    • Origin:

      French, variation of Alan

    • Description:

      Alain gives the midcentury Alan a bit of gallic dash.
  3. Adalais
    • Adenet
      • Aetherius
        • Alainne
          • Alaire
            • Andry
              • Anthoine
                • Cateline

                  • Origin:

                    Medieval French form of Catherine

                  • Meaning:

                    "pure"
                • Crespin
                  • Daniel

                    • Origin:

                      Hebrew

                    • Meaning:

                      "God is my judge"

                    • Description:

                      Daniel is one of only a handful of male names that sounds both classic and modern, strong yet approachable, and popular but not cliched. It also has a solid Old Testament pedigree. The only real downside: There are about 10,000 Daniels named each year, making it a less than distinctive choice.
                  • Denis

                    • Origin:

                      French from Greek

                    • Meaning:

                      "god of Nysa"
                  • Emery

                    • Origin:

                      English from German

                    • Meaning:

                      "industrious"

                    • Description:

                      Emery is one of the newly popular Em- names that has great potential, though right now for girls more than boys: it received a boost in 2009, a year after Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn used it for one of their daughters.
                  • Estienne
                    • Laurens

                      • Description:

                        Laurens is a masculine name of Latin origin, derived from the ancient Roman name 'Laurentius,' meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.' The laurel wreath was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome. Laurens is popular in Dutch-speaking countries like the Netherlands and Belgium, as well as parts of Scandinavia. It's a variant of the more common Lawrence or Laurence. Throughout history, the name has maintained a sense of dignity and classical appeal. While not extremely common in English-speaking countries, Laurens offers a distinguished European alternative to more familiar forms of the name.

                    • Martin

                      • Origin:

                        Latin

                      • Meaning:

                        "warlike"

                      • Description:

                        Martin is one of those names like Arthur and Vincent and George that is in the process of throwing off its balding middle-aged image to start sounding possible again, used in full without the dated Marty nickname.
                    • Mathieu

                      • Description:

                        Mathieu is the French form of Matthew, a masculine name with biblical origins derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God' or 'gift from Yahweh.' This elegant French spelling maintains the name's religious significance while adding Gallic sophistication. Widely used in French-speaking regions including France, Quebec, and parts of Switzerland and Belgium, Mathieu combines classical heritage with contemporary appeal. The pronunciation (mat-YUH or mat-YOO) distinguishes it from the more common Matthew. Notable bearers include French artists, athletes, and musicians, adding cultural cachet to the name. Mathieu appeals to parents seeking a name with international flair that remains recognizable across cultures, offering a distinguished alternative to more common variants.
                    • Marcelet
                      • Noel

                        • Origin:

                          French

                        • Meaning:

                          "Christmas"

                        • Description:

                          Noel is British, fey, and sophisticated, connoting wit and creativity, much like namesake Noel Coward. Noel has also been a character on Felicity and Pretty Little Liars. Thanks to their association with Christmas, Noel and Noelle make ideal names for December babies and names for Christmas babies.