500+ French Dog Names

Pronounced Beecham, but still too fancy and fey. Likewise Beaufort (beautiful fort), Beaufoy (beautiful beech tree), and Beaumont (beautiful mountain).

Common surname rarely used as a first.

One of the few French words/names not attractive to the American ear. It's pronounced moo-gay, not a winner on either syllable. Alternatives: Liliane, Lily, Lilou, Manon.

Straightforward surname with potential thanks to the rise of Carson. The actress Greer Garson gives it a splash of Hollywood glamor.

Manette might be a fresh way to spin Mary or Marie, but popular French Manon has more grace and heft. Manet takes Manette in an artistic direction.

Sounds classy...but isn't.

Another one of those word names, like Cachet, with a pretty sound and a silly meaning: chambray is a fabric.

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.

Creative choice relating to the Lithuanian-born expressionist painter known for his bold, vibrantly colored canvases.

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

Possible musical tribute name to the waiflike, husky-voiced midcentury French singer who was given this last name because of her birdlike quality.

Another female relative of Saint Mael.

Drop the C and arrive at an established biblical name.

Likely to be pronounced AW-bert in English, short forms Aubie and Bertie give this rare French name quirky modern appeal.

Predominantly male choice that nevertheless has a pretty sound and fashionable unisex feel.