French Names that Start With L

Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.

Pretty, delicate and crystal clear, with the readymade nickname of Lucy.

Lionel is yet another traditional boy's name entering the girls' column--at least once-- via prizewinning novelist Lionel (born Margaret Ann) Shriver.

Louisiana is a geographic spin on the Louise theme. Pretty, if a bit of a syllable overload. Short form Lou or Lulu lightens it.

A sophisticated girls' name for those attracted to Leona, Leonie and Leonore.

The fashionable occupational last name category gets some French flair with this, Tennessee Williams's middle name.