500+ French Dog Names

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.

Charming French endearment, first used as a name by Goethe, that now makes an appealing choice -- though the proper feminine form is Mignonne. Note, though, that this is not actually used as a name in France, where Manon would be the closest choice.

If Joely (as in actress Richardson) is a name, why not Noely? As nickname-names become both more acceptable and more fashionable, Noely may be a fresh spin on one traditional name for Christmas babies.

Has joined Chanel and Armani on the fashionista hit parade of names. The meaning of Dior is uncertain but it may be "gold".

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

The kind of French name that seemed daring -- and darling -- in the sixties.

A less common relic of the Claudette-Paulette-Annette era.

Adds French flair to Victoria, though many Americans would find pronunciation a challenge.

Common in France, but could be confused with the feminine Maxine here.

One of the jewel names in use a hundred years ago, due for revival along with sisters Ruby and Pearl.

Mason with a French accent. It first entered the US Top 1000 in 2012, and it will likely hang on for as long as its brother-in-spelling-variations, Mayson.

Noel, the French word for Christmas has been given to both boys and girls born on that holiday since the Middle Ages. For girls it's often spelled Noelle.

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

Desi makes Desiree a lot cuter and more boyish.

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.

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

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