Francophile Naming Guide –– Biblical Names for Boys and Girls

Michel

French form and German short form of Michael, Hebrew

"who is like God"

While the (male) French form is pronounced in English like the girls' name Michelle and the German form had a hard k-like sound in the middle, this variation of Michael is distinguished by being used…

Moab

Hebrew

"from my father"

Moab is a Biblical name and an ancient place name. In the Old Testament, Moab was the son of Lot. The Kingdom of Moab, in modern-day Jordan, was Biblically significant for often being in conflict…

Moïse

Moïse is the French form of Moses, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'drawn out of the water,' referencing the biblical account of baby Moses being rescued from the Nile. This elegant variation…

Naam

Naam is a masculine name with roots in multiple cultures, including Hebrew, Arabic, and Thai traditions. In Hebrew, it relates to pleasantness or sweetness, while in Arabic contexts it can mean…