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Baby-names of French origin
Many people are attracted to French names for their beauty and distinctiveness. Names in France, like in many other countries, usually carry a lot of meaning and history that can be discovered by looking below the surface.Here is a list of popular French names
Aimon
Aimon is a masculine name meaning “peace” and is often found in France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Alain
Alain is a masculine name meaning “noble warrior”. It is not as common in France but is common in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Arman & Armaan or Armin
Both of these names mean “God has been gracious” and are fairly popular in France. Arman can also be made into an English name which would sound like ‘Armana’ or shorter ‘Armin’.
Avery
Avery is an English name meaning “holy”, however, it also has a French spelling that means “good luck”. This makes it an interesting option if you are looking for a name with rich meaning.
Aura
This is a feminine name meaning “a refreshing breeze” and is fairly popular in France, the Netherlands, and Poland.
Jiniva
(French: Genevieve)
Geneva, sometimes called Genevieve, is a feminine name meaning “white wave”. This name was traditionally only used for royalty or noblewomen in France.
Prunella
This is another feminine name that has many spelling variations. Prunella is the English version and means “plum” while Prune, a feminine name meaning “peach” is the French version. Prune was popular in France in the 17th century.
Talia
This is another feminine name that has many spelling variations. Prunella is the English version and means “plum” while Prune, a feminine name meaning “peach” is the French version. Prune was popular in France in the 17th century.
Viren/Viren
Vereen is a masculine name meaning “faithful”. It is a short form of Verne and can sometimes be spelled Verin. This name is popular in France, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Vardaan
Vardaan is a masculine name meaning “victorious” and was used more in the past but remains fairly popular in France.
Visanthe
(French: Violette)
Visanthe is a feminine name meaning “violet flower”, the name becoming more popular in France in the early 20th century.
Vivica
is another feminine name that has many spelling variations. Vivica is the English version and means “violent” while Vivie or Viviane are French versions and both mean “alive”. This is an interesting option for parents looking for a unique French baby girl’s name.
Wallis
is a masculine name meaning “strong”. This is a popular name in the Netherlands and France.
Zara
In French, this is a feminine name meaning “noble” or “wise”. It was used more in the past but remains fairly popular in France.
Zuri
Zuri is a feminine name meaning “shining light”. The name got more popular in the early 20th century. This makes it a great choice for parents looking for an unusual but meaningful girl’s name.
Conclusion
What’s in a name? Well, when it comes to your child, quite a lot. Name meanings are deeply personal and can tell you another story about an individual. They also say something about the parents who chose that name. Whether you’re choosing a name for the first time or considering a switch, take some time to consider your options. We hope that you found this list of French origin baby names helpful. If you’re expecting a child and want to honour your heritage, we hope these names will inspire you.
