Francophile Naming Guide -- Breton Names for Boys

Olier is an uncommon masculine name with likely French or Breton origins. It may be related to the French surname Olier, which historically designated someone who worked with or sold oil (from the Old French "olier" meaning "oil merchant"). The name could also be connected to Saint Jean-Jacques Olier, a 17th-century French priest who founded the Sulpician order. In Breton tradition, it might represent a variant of Oliver. Olier has a distinguished, somewhat antiquated quality that evokes European heritage and traditional values. While rare in contemporary usage, it carries the appeal of many historic occupational names that have been repurposed as given names. The name projects strength and dignity with its concise form and rich historical associations, potentially appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with historical depth.

So simple, yet so unique: a prime candidate for export. Pronunciation is like the English pair or pear.

Peran is a masculine name with Cornish origins, derived from 'Piran' - the name of Cornwall's most famous saint. In Cornish tradition, Saint Piran is considered the patron saint of tin miners and Cornwall itself. The name has historical significance in Celtic regions, particularly in Cornwall, UK. While relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Peran maintains cultural importance in Cornish heritage. Some sources suggest the name may mean 'prayer' or 'one who prays.' Peran has remained a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Celtic roots and historical depth, though it has never achieved widespread popularity outside of Cornwall and Celtic cultural circles.

Pol, pronounced as "pole," though a popular Breton name, would be an unusual form of a simple classic elsewhere. The Breton Saint Pol Aurelian was known as a slayer of dragons and a founder of monasteries.