If you’ve ever dreamed of giving your daughter a name that is elegant and stylish, yet oh so sophisticated, then French girl names could just be for you.
French names manage to feel both familiar and fashionable.
It is, I think, part of the reason why I am so hooked on them – they always seem to straddle the line between pretty and powerful, soft and fierce.
I noticed French names tend to have a certain musicality – so many of them just have these lovely sounds that roll from the tongue, and that feel not just easy to roll out, but pleasant to listen to, too.
This list features some of the most popular, unique and trendy names for French girls.
From the classics that hark back to generations of French royalty to the cool, modern picks that are the height of fashion right now.
Whatever your taste, whatever your trends, there’s a perfect name here for every little girl.
Grab a coffee mug, put your feet up, and let’s take a trip through the land of French names for girls.
I’m sure that we can find just the name for you!
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Popular French Girl Names
French girl names are sophisticated and easy to say, and they are universally appealing, whether you are walking around Paris or playing in the backyard.
If you’re drawn to a timeless-but-fresh name, this guide to popular French names will have you swooning.
- Elodie – (French, German) Foreign riches
- Adeline – (French) Noble, Nobility
- Caroline – (French) Free man
- Elise – (French) Pledged to God
- Lottie – (English) Free man
- Colette – (French, Greek) People of victory
- Rosalie – (French, Latin) Rose
- Vivienne – (French) Life
- Amelie – (French) Work
- Elaine – (French, Scottish) Bright, Shining light
- Natalie – (French, Russian) Birthday of the Lord
- Isabelle – (French) Pledged to God
- Amber – (French) Amber-colored, Jewel, The sky
- Sabine – (French, German, Latin) Sabine
- Rebecca – (Hebrew) To tie, bind
- Valerie – (French) Strength, Health
- Juliette – (French, Latin) Little Julia
- Remi – (French) Oarsman
- Celine – (French) Heavenly
- Annabelle – (French) Loving
- Camille – (French) Young ceremonial attendant
- Aubrey – (English, French, German) Elf ruler
- Mavis – (French) Songbird
Trending French Girl Names
These trending French names are great for parents looking for something modern and trendy, but still a little sophisticated.
If you love names that are on everyone’s list, but are new enough that no one has done them yet, check out these trendy French girl names.
- Ottilie – (German, French) Prosperous in battle
- Emmeline – (French, German) Work
- Romilly – (English) Citizen of Rome
- Rue – (English, French) Regret, Street
- Cosette – (French) Little thing
- Maeva – (Polynesian, French) Welcome
- Kiki – (French, Japanese) Double happiness
- Fleur – (French) Flower
- Manon – (French) Bitter
- Evelina – (English, French) Desired, Water, Island
- Lenore – (Greek) Light
- Aveline – (French, German) Desired, Island, Water
- Gigi – (French) Earth worker
- Corinne – (French, Greek) Maiden
- Seraphine – (French, Hebrew) Burning ones
- Leonie – (Latin) Lion
- Alouette – (French) Lark
- Lilou – (French) Lily
- Cerise – (French) Cherry
- Marin – (Latin) Of the sea
- Zephyrine – (Greek) West wind
- Lorraine – (French) From the province of Lorraine
- Solange – (French) Solemn
- Nadine – (French, Russian) Hope
- Renee – (French, Latin) Reborn
- Lainey – (French, Greek) Shining light, Bright
- Marceline – (French) Little warrior
- Yvette – (French) Yew tree
- Reverie – (French) Daydream, Fanciful Musing, Wild conduct
- Christine – (French) Christian
- Margaux – (Swiss, French) Pearl
Classic French Girl Names
If you’re looking for a name that will age well with your daughter and never seem unrefined, a classic French name might be the perfect choice. Here is a compilation of classic French girl names.
- Madeleine – (French) Woman from Magdala, High tower
- Jacqueline – (French) Supplanter
- Anne – (French, English, Hebrew) Grace
- Belle – (French) Beautiful
- Nicole – (French, Greek) People of victory
- Michelle – (French) Who is like God
- Adele – (French) Noble, Nobility
- Melanie – (Greek) Black, dark
- Gabrielle – (French) God is my Strength
- Pamela – (English) All honey
- Adrienne – (Latin) Man from Adria
- Geneva – (Swiss, French) Juniper tree
- Annette – (French) Grace
- Yvonne – (French) Yew wood
- Roxanne – (French, Persian) Shining, Radiant
- Julie – (French, Latin) Youthful, Sky father
- Blanche – (French) White
- Denise – (French) God of Nysa
- Marian – (French, Hebrew) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Justine – (French) Fair, Righteous
- Essie – (Persian) Star
- Francine – (French) From France, Free man
- Maribel – (English) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved, Beautiful
Beautiful French Girl Names
French names sound so flowing, so pretty, so feminine. Delicate and yet strong.
If you are looking for a name that sounds as lovely as your little baby girl is, you’ll find plenty of inspiration on this list of beautiful French names.
- Brielle – (Hebrew, French) Heroine of God
- Madelyn – (Hebrew, Greek, French) Woman from Magdala, High tower
- Vivianne – (French, Latin) Life
- Gisele – (French) Pledge, Hostage
- Mimi – (Hebrew, French, Latin) Sea of bitterness, Wonderful, Loveliness
- Ila – (French) From the island
- Reeva – (French, Hebrew) Shore, Riverbank, To bind or tie
- Soleil – (French) Sun
- Amalie – (German) Work, Industrious
- Bijou – (French) Jewel
- Indre – (French, Sanskrit) Cave, Possessing drops of rain
- Sorrel – (French) Reddish brown
- Esmae – (French) Beloved
- Lisette – (French, Hebrew) Pledged to God
- Noelle – (French) Christmas
- Celie – (French) Blind
- Angeline – (French) Angel
- Oriane – (Latin, French) Sunrise
- Marielle/ Mariel – (Dutch, French) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Elenora – (Greek) Sun ray
- Solene – (French) With solemnity
Unique French Girl Names
Are you tilting towards a name for your baby that’s distinctive and different?
These French girl names are some of the loveliest, most unique baby names around, perfect for you sweet pea.
- Eulalie – (French, Greek) Sweetly speaking
- Morgana – (Welsh) Sea-circle, Born of the sea
- Serenity – (French) Serene, Calm
- Iolanthe – (Greek) Violet flower
- Mireille – (French) To admire
- Thais – (Greek) Beloved, Bandage
- Ciel – (French) Sky
- Lucienne – (French) Light
- Aurelie – (French, Latin) The golden one
- Odile – (French, German) Prospers in battle
- Zelie – (French) Noble
- Claudine – (French)
- Amandine – (French) Much-loved
- Paris – (Greek, Latin, French) Wrestler, To ride by or past, A tribe of Gaul, City in France
- Lourdes – (Basque) Craggy slope
- Monet – (Hebrew) Hearing, Listen, Flat-nosed
- Fae – (French) Fairy
- Ottoline – (French, English) Prospers in battle
- Cecile – (French) Blind
- Tali – (Hebrew) Dew
- Maelys – (French, Breton) Chief, Prince
- Pomeline – (French) Apple
- Cléa – (Greek) To praise, Acclaim, Glory
Modern French Girl Names
Modern French girl names are chic, stylish, and primarily feel cool, contemporary, and of-the-moment.
If you’re into the modern baby name trend but want something that feels at home in today’s world, this list of modern French names will have an idea for you.
- Jolie – (French) Pretty
- Lacey – (English) From Lassy
- Chanel – (French) Dweller near the canal
- Mylah – (French, Slavic) Solider, Grace, Favor
- Sigourney – (French) Daring king
- Arlette – (French) Noble, honor
- Matisse – (French, Hebrew) Gift of God
- Kadence – (Latin) With rhythm
- Amia – (Latin) Beloved
- Divinity – (French) Of or like God
- Sojourner – (French, English) To stay a while
- Bardot – (French) French surname, A type of cloak
- Melani – (French, Latin) Black, Dark
- Anette – (French) God has favored me, Grace
- Giselle – (French, German) Pledge, Hostage
- Berenice – (Greek) She who brings victory
- Anaise – (French, Greek) Pure, Virginal
- Melisande – (French, Greek) Honeybee
Cool French Girl Names
These are the names for the parents who want to be stylish but also want the next name on the block – and especially for the parents who want a girl to be as cool as they are.
- Severine – (French, Latin) Stern
- Joanne – (French) God is gracious
- Abelia – (Hebrew, French) Sigh, Breath
- Mauve – (French) Violet-colored
- Etoile – (French) Star
- Rochelle – (French) Little rock
- Babette – (French) Foreign, God’s promise
- Faustine – (Latin, French) Fortunate one
- Rosette – (Latin) Rose, Little rose
- Avril – (French) Month of April, To open
- Calais – (French) Name of a French port
- Monique – (French) Advisor
- Boheme – (French) Home, Bohemian
- Sixtine – (French) Sixth-born
- Marine – (Latin) From the sea
- Sandrine – (Greek) Man’s defender
- Blanca – (Spanish) White
- Leontine – (French, Greek) Lion
- Claudie – (Latin) Lame
- Delancey – (French) From Lancey
- Edwige – (French, German) War
- Beline – (French) Goddess
- Maree – (French) Ocean tides
- Caprice – (French, Italian) Impulsive change of mind
- Odetta – (German, French) Wealthy
- Romane – (French) A Roman
Nature inspired French Girl Names
Whether you’re drawn to names inspired by flowers or trees, or prefer names that relate to the elements, these bohemian names feel naturally beautiful and stylish.
- Liana – (French) To climb like a vine
- Eleanore – (Greek, French) Sun ray, The other Aenor
- Danielle – (French, Hebrew) God is my judge
- Coralie – (French, Latin) Coral
- Desiree – (French) Desired, Wished
- Emilie – (Latin) Rival
- Claudette – (French) Lame, Enclosure
- Brittany – (Latin) From Brittany or Great Britain
- Elinor – (French) Light, God is my light
- Adelyn – (French, German) Noble, Nobility
- Cheryl – (French) Darling, Beloved
- Elaina – (Greek) Torch, Sunlight, Shining light
- Aimee – (Latin) Beloved
- Cybele – (Greek) The mother of all gods
- Oceane – (French) Ocean
- Elanor – (English, Sindarin) Sun star
- Arabelle – (Latin) Prayerful
- Celina – (Greek, French) Moon, Heavenly
- Eliane – (French, Hebrew) Sun
- Chantal – (French) Stone, boulder
- Brigitte – (French) Strength, Exalted one
- Allura – (French) To entice, Attract
- Suzette – (French, Hebrew) Lily
- Allaire – (French) Cheerful
- Bellerose – (French, English) Beautiful rose
- Capucine – (French) Nasturtium
Vintage French Girl Names
If you’re looking for names that feel like they’re straight from the history books, brimming with character, you’re going to love these French vintage gems.
- Taylor – (English, French) Tailor, To cut
- Amabel – (Latin) Lovable
- Alaina – (Irish, German, Greek) Rock, Precious, Torch
- Mallory – (French) Unfortunate
- Isabeau – (French) Pledged to God
- Helene – (French) Bright, Shining one
- Sidonie – (Latin) From Sidon
- Nicolette – (French, Greek) People of victory
- Antoinette – (French) Priceless one
- Prue – (English) Caution, Prudence
- Heloise – (French, German) Healthy, Wide
- Emeline – (French, German) Work
- Rosemarie – (English, Hebrew) Rose, Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Suzanne – (French) Lily
- Marietta – (Italian) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved
- Pauline – (French) Small
- Jeanne – (French) God is gracious
- Clemence – (French) Mild, Merciful
- Eugenie – (French, Greek) Wellborn
- Ivette – (French) Yew, Archer
- Linnet – (French) Flaxen haired
- Charley – (German) Free man, Warrior, Army Leader
- Fate – (French) Faith
(Slightly) Unisex French Girl Names
Looking for a name that’s flexible and cool at the same time? Here’s a list of unisex French names to help you out.
- Sydney – (French) Saint Denis
- Courtney – (French) Short nose
- Arielle – (French) Lion of God
- Bibi – (French, Arabic) Toy, Delight, Lady
- Raine – (French) Queen
- Dione – (Greek) Divine queen
- Jewel – (French) Precious stone
- Toni – (Latin) From Antium
- Laramie – (French) Canopy of leafy boughs
- Solstice – (English, Latin) When the sun stands still
- Axelle – (French) Father of peace
- Romany – (English) Romani
- Michele – (French, Hebrew) Who is like God
- Roux – (French, Latin) Russet
- Macey – (French) Weapon
- Dabney – (French) From the city of Aubigny
- Patrice – (French) Noble
- Chaney – (French) Oak tree
- Desire – (French) Desired
- Larue – (French) Red, Red-haired, The street
- Robinette – (French) Bright fame
Short French Girl Names
Beautiful, French names easily suit little ones, but if you’re aiming for something a bit sweeter, prettier, or more daring, these short names are far from boring.
- Elle – (French) She
- Demi – (French, Greek) Half, Small, Follower of Demeter
- Paige – (French, Roman) Page to a lord
- Margo – (French) Pearl
- Fay – (French) Fairy
- Deja – (French) Already seen, Remembrance
- Miel – (French) Honey
- Clair – (French) Clear, Bright
- Bleu – (French) Blue
- Diane – (French) Divine
- Fifi – (French) Jehovah increases
- Abella – (Hebrew) Vapor, Breath
- Mignon – (French) Delicate, Dainty
- Dory – (French) Gift of God
- Lacy – (French, Scottish) From Lassy
- Genie – (Hebrew, Greek) Well-born, Noble, God is gracious
Long French Girl Names
Long French girl names would suit a little girl who is certain to become a confident and poised young woman.
If you enjoy names that sound grand and beautiful, this list of long French names will not disappoint.
- Mirabelle – (French) Marvelous
- Geraldine – (German, French) Ruler with the spear
- Marianne – (French) Drop of the sea, Bitter, Beloved and Grace
- Annabella – (French) Loving, Favored grace
- Emmanuelle – (French) God is with us
- Ghislaine – (French, German) Pledge
- Angelique – (French) Angelic
- Veronique – (Latin) She who brings victory, True image
- Cinderella – (French) Little ash-girl
- Marguerite – (French) Pearl, Daisy
- Georgette – (French) Farmer, Earth-worker
- Emeraude – (French) Emerald
- Thomasine – (Aramaic) Twin
- Jaqueline – (French) Supplanter
- Charlette – (French, German) Free man
Word inspired French Girl Names
French is a particularly good place to find beautiful names for your baby via the word route.
So if you like names that are wonderfully fresh and poetic, this list of French word names might have the right name for you.
- Destiny – (French) One’s certain fortune, Fate
- Cherie – (French) Darling
- Victoire – (French) Victory
- Lune – (French) Moon
- Satine – (French) Smooth, Shiny
- Miette – (French) Crumb
- Lumiere – (French) Light
- Alize – (Hebrew, French) Joyful, Nobility, Trade winds
- Pomme – (French) Apple
- Cadeau – (French) Gift
- Aurore – (French, Latin) Dawn
- Prune – (French) Small plum
Mythological French Girl Names
If you see the merit in saddling your daughter with an ancient legend, this list is for you.
- Lunette – (Welsh, French, Latin) Idol, Image, Shape, Moon
- Zenaida – (Greek) The life of Zeus
- Arianne – (French) Very holy one
- Martine – (French) Warlike
- Ermine – (French) Weasel
- Apolline – (Greek) Belonging to Apollo
- Denisse – (French, Greek) God of Nysa
- Melaine – (Greek, French, Latin) Black, Dark-skinned
Royal French Girl Names
If you are looking for a name that glitters with nobility and grace, this list will ensure you feel like you have found royalty.
- Maelle – (French, Breton) Chief, Prince
- Reine – (French) Queen
- Alexandrine – (French, German) Defending men
- Rafaella – (Italian, Hebrew) God has healed
- Fabiola – (Latin) Bean grower
- Antinea – (French, Greek) Woman of the tents, Mother of us all
- Reinette – (French) Little queen
- Eleonore – (Greek) Sun ray
- Regine – (German, French) Queen
Whimsical French Girl Names
If you are looking for a name with a bit of whimsy and a dash of magic, these French girl names can be a wonderful choice.
- Melusine – (German) Strong in work
- Lynette – (French, Welsh) Idol
- Violette – (French) Purple
- Myrle – (French) Blackbird
- Amiyah – (American, Spanish, French) Night rain, The end, Beloved
- Scarlet – (French) Fine cloth, Red, Scarlet
- Eponine – (French) Gaulish horse goddess
- Agate – (French) One who lived at the gate
- Evalina – (French) Bird; Desire
- Melisandre – (French, German) Honeybee, Animal strength, Brave, Strong
Wrap Up
I hope this list of French girl names has inspired you and hopefully one day your baby girl.
Names like Genevieve and Lucille bring vintage glam, while Élodie and Amélie feel so fresh and modern without losing that French flair.
Another advantage of French names is that they are often associated with art, literature and even royalty.
Isabelle makes one think of queens, while Camille calls up a world of French poets.
With each name there is a story, a small piece of French culture and history in the name.
No matter if you’re going for classic, modern or something totally new, your daughter will have a little piece of France wrapped up in her name.
