1200+ French Names (with Meanings and Popularity)

Peppy cheerleader name of the 1960s and 70s that's sure to evoke the Four Seasons song of that name.

The French variation of Giselle was made famous by the spectacular Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen.

Dior has joined Chanel and Armani on the fashionista hit parade of names, appealing due to its designer quality, its succinct sound, and contemporary air.

The name of the great French novelist, author of the timeless The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers, would make a surprising middle name choice.

Sophisticated, stylish feminine form of Pascal especially appropriate for girls born around Easter or Passover.

French Canadian singer Dion made us notice this variation, but most parents would prefer the Selene spelling.

Most contemporary parents would probably opt for the more streamlined Elle.

Varying Filbert does not improve the name: it still makes one think of a nut.

Fans of the classic French film actor Jean Gabin might want to consider this one. Gabin is also a harmonica-playing character in the manga and anime series "Mirmo!"

Beach boy name of the 1960s, Darrell is still a presence on the charts and may graduate into a stately surname name.

The memorable folk singer, an early single-name celeb, brought this into the spotlight. The French variation is Odette.

Sounds like a princess -- or an enticingly evil witch -- in a fairy tale.

Instead of the usual French suspects -- Danielle, Isabelle, Gabrielle -- why not consider Fabienne, which is less common and just as pretty.

Soft and delicate French name rarely heard here.

The lovely sound and image of the French river and lush valley would make this a most distinctive and captivating choice. Pronunciation: low-ahr.

A unisex French name, but you may want to simplify your son's life if you're English speakers by going with Cyril. It's an unusual enough name that it doesn't need further complications of spelling and pronunciation.

Attractive, underused name made famous by the heroine of The Color Purple. Still, if you're going to go to Celie, why not go all the way to Celia or Cecelia? You can always use Celie for short.

Desi makes Desiree a lot cuter and more boyish.

Seems destined to be the preferred short form of this old French name, with its brief, modern, word name feel.