Francophile Naming Guide -- Curiousities of Medieval France for Boys

Baudouin

French variation of Baldwin, German

"brave friend"

Essentially the French equivalent of Baldwin, this name carries strong historical significance, particularly in Belgium where multiple kings have borne the name. The most notable was King Baudouin I…

Berenger

German

"warrior fighting with a spear"

Last-name-first-name with a romantic but dangerous edge.

Bernard

German

"strong, brave as a bear"

Bernard is obviously a saint's name, but how did it get to the big, benevolent dog? The eleventh century monk, patron saint of mountain climbers, who lived in the Alps, was famed for setting up safe…

Calixte

French

"most beautiful"

French form of Callistus or Callixtus, borne by several popes and saints.

Delmas

Delmas is a masculine name with French origins, functioning primarily as a surname before occasionally transitioning to first-name use. It derives from place names in southern France, particularly in…