1200+ French Names (with Meanings and Popularity)

New twist to the Maur- names, a bit cosmetic sounding.

French saintly name, used for both boys and girls. Although not common in France, it has been used in small numbers for boys in the 2010s and 2020s. Candide, in its sense as the French word for "naive", was the title character of a satirical novel by Voltaire.

This spelling gives the name favorite an Elaine spin.

Much less successful than other variations.

The name of a sixth century Welsh saint who founded abbeys in Brittany, reconstituted for a modern girl.

Intriguing spin on Margaret or Maggie, for admirers of French surrealist Rene Magritte.

The way the French allude to Charlie Chaplin could make a charming name on its own, or a hip nickname alternate to Charlie or Chuck. It's also used in the Creole community.

Fanchon is a sweet and affectionate Gallic choice.