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Marthe is a feminine name of Aramaic origin, representing the French form of Martha, which means 'lady' or 'mistress of the house.' This elegant variation has been particularly popular in…
Eugénie is the French feminine form of Eugene, derived from the Greek name Eugenios meaning "well-born" or "noble." With its elegant accent mark, this name carries an air of sophistication and…
French form of Bertha, German
"bright, glorious"
Berthe was quite popular among European nobility during the Middle Ages, notably carried by Berthe of Burgundy, queen of France in the 10th century. The name saw modest popularity in France and other…
French, feminine form of Henri
Henriette is to Henri (or Henry) what Charlotte is to Charles. Yet this elegant French name is surprisingly rare in the States.
French from Latin
"reborn"
Chic in the fifties, now kept in the public eye mainly by actress Zellweger; today's parents seek more moderne Gallic choices.
French, feminine variation of Ferdinand
A dark-haired femme fatale choice.
French variation of Theresa
Last popular in this country from the 1920s to the 1950s, it now seems more modern than the English Theresa.
French variation of Andrea
Gilding the lily.
French
"lion"
Leona with a French accent that gives it a bit more flair. It's currently very popular there – in the Top 30 for French baby girls. Aunt Léonie is a major character in Proust's Remembrance of Things…
French variation of Frances
"from France; free man"
In France it's sometimes bestowed as a patriotic gesture; in English-speaking places it has an air of genteel sophistication.
Cécile is a feminine French name derived from the Latin 'Caecilia', the feminine form of 'Caecilius', an ancient Roman family name possibly meaning 'blind' or related to the Latin word 'caecus'. The…
Raymonde is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'mund' (protection). It represents the female counterpart to Raymond. Particularly popular in…
Émilie is the French variation of Emily, derived from the Latin name 'Aemilia.' This elegant feminine name carries a sense of grace enhanced by the accent mark over the first 'e,' which indicates a…
