French Baby Names with Meanings
French names are effortlessly elegant. These picks, rooted in French and Latin, come with their meanings and pronunciation.
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59 names
William
Resolute protector, strong-willed warrior
Evelyn
Wished for child, life, bird
Charles
Free man, manly, strong
Claire
Clear, bright, famous
Oliver
Olive tree, elf army, ancestor's descendant
Marie
Star of the sea, bitter, beloved
Mason
Stone worker, one who works with stone
Jasper
Treasurer, bringer of treasure
Taylor
Tailor, one who cuts cloth
Sophie
Wisdom
Scarlett
Red, scarlet
Paige
Young servant, page
Christine
Follower of Christ, anointed
Caroline
Free woman, strong, song of happiness
Aubrey
Elf ruler, noble ruler
Michelle
Who is like God?
Nicole
Victory of the people
Ray
Beam of light, counsel, wise protector
Allison
Noble, exalted, of noble kind
Spencer
Steward, dispenser of provisions
Annabelle
Graceful and beautiful, lovable
Brittany
From Brittany, from Britain
Jocelyn
Joyous, happy, member of the Gauts tribe
Louis
Famous warrior, renowned in battle
Bailey
Bailiff, steward, law enforcer
Tristan
Outcry, tumult, bold, sorrowful
Julie
Youthful, soft-haired, vivacious
Danielle
God is my judge
Louise
Famous warrior, renowned in battle
Remi
Oarsman, remedy
Bruce
From the brushwood thicket
Frances
Free one, from France
Jacqueline
Supplanter, may God protect
Camille
Young ceremonial attendant, perfect
Remy
Oarsman, remedy, from Rheims
Travis
To cross over, at the crossing
Troy
Foot soldier, water, from the city of Troyes
Nancy
Grace, favor
Simone
One who hears, listener
Madeleine
From Magdala, tower, high, elevated
Warren
Park keeper, watchman, enclosure
Clementine
Mild, merciful, gentle
Jeffery
Divine peace, peaceful pledge
Renee
Reborn, born again
Genevieve
Tribe woman, white wave
Harvey
Battle worthy, blazing iron
Lucille
Light, illumination
Barrett
Bear strength, brave as a bear
Soleil
Sun
Anais
Grace, favor, mercy
Yvette
Yew tree, archer
Mallory
Unlucky, ill-fated, mailed armor
Delphine
From Delphi, dolphin, womb
Magnolia
Magnol's flower, named after Pierre Magnol
Odette
Wealth, fortune, prosperity
Violette
Purple flower, violet
Mavis
Song thrush, songbird
Sabine
Of the Sabine people
Babette
Foreign woman, stranger, my God is an oath
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How many french baby names are in this list?
This collection gathers 59 french baby names, each with its meaning, cultural origin, and a pronunciation guide. Use the search box and gender filter above to narrow the list to your taste.
How do I choose between these french baby names?
Start with the sound and meaning you love most. Filter by boy, girl, or unisex, try searching a theme like "light" or "strength", and build a shortlist of three or four favorites before you decide.
What are the most popular french baby names?
Names here are ordered by popularity, so the picks near the top are the most-used within the "French Baby Names with Meanings" category. The ones further down are rarer, more distinctive choices.
Do these french baby names work in both English and Spanish?
Many of these names read and pronounce well in both languages. Check the pronunciation guide on each name to hear how it sounds, and pick one that travels comfortably across cultures.
What do these french baby names mean?
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Are these french baby names unique or common?
The list blends instantly recognizable classics with uncommon picks. If you want something distinctive, scroll toward the bottom, where the lower-popularity names in "French Baby Names with Meanings" live.
Can I pair one of these french baby names with a middle name?
Yes. A good pairing balances length and rhythm: a short first name often suits a longer middle name, and the reverse works too. Jot down two or three combinations and say them aloud.
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