1326 French Baby Girl Names With Meanings
Centuries-old but modern too, charming choices to please you.
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French girl names go beyond being unique or easy to pronounce. They are known for their elegance and classy appeal and are also backed by a long history. These names carry cultural richness, making them the perfect choice for parents who want a name with history and modern charm. You can even find the influence of French literature in some French names since they are inspired by saints and natural elements. Not only do they sound beautiful, but also they carry special meanings. French-speaking parents believe that names influence a child’s development, and therefore, they pick a name after careful consideration. What makes French girl names so wonderful is their ability to capture both traditional and modern elements. While Marguerite honors historical figures, names like Léa and Chloé are French versions of traditional names from other languages or cultures. In addition to this, the French naming custom identifies a baby’s name from the Roman Catholic calendar with specific names of saints on each day. This is how many lovely baby girl names have evolved. You may come across stylish, classy, and simple yet beautiful names that will make your baby stand out. Parents usually opt for French names for their daughters for their global appeal and unique pronunciation. They also offer a connection to their culture known for their artistic legacy. Choosing a French name indicates your appreciation for beauty and creativity too. Whether you love those melodious sounds of the French language or wish to show your appreciation for the rich heritage, below is the list of French names to consider for your baby girl.
| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Eleanora |  Girl | Light which is shining and bright | |
| Elena | Girl | Bright one | |
| Eleonore | Girl | A shining bright ray of light | |
| Elicia | Girl | One who speaks and narrate ideas very well | |
| Eliette |  Unisex | God is my salvation | |
| Elilen | Girl | A hazelnut | |
| Elinor | Girl | Light; Torch; Noble kind | |
| Elisa | Girl | My God is an oath; My God is fullness | |
| Elisabelle | Girl | One who takes God as Oath; helpful | |
| Elise | Girl | God is my oath | |
| Elisia | Girl | A friendly, loving and a stable person | |
| Elite | Unisex | A select group that is considered superior in ability, quality, or social status | |
| Ella | Girl | Beautiful light; Goddess | |
| Ellinor | Girl | One who is filled with bright daylight | |
| Ellois | Girl | One who is famous in war | |
| Elloise | Girl | One who is famous in a war | |
| Elodie | Girl | All wealth | |
| Elody | Girl | Rich; Prosperous | |
| Eloisa | Girl | Healthy; Wide | |
| Eloise | Girl | Famous warrior | |
| Elsa | Girl | God is my oath | |
| Elvire | Girl | White or fair | |
| Elyn | Girl | Foreign; Sun rays | |
| Elyse | Girl | Pledged to God | |
| Emanuela | Girl | God be with us | |
| Emele | Girl | Someone who is industrious or can be admired | |
| Emeraude | Girl | Emerald | |
| Emilienne | Girl | Rival; Industrious | |
| Emilly | Girl | Dilligent and hard working | |
| Emily | Girl | Hardworking; Dilligent; Industrious person | |
| Emmaleah | Girl | A powerful and strong person | |
| Emmaline | Girl | Hardworking; Striving for excellence | |
| Emmanuelle | Girl | God is with us | |
| Emmlyn | Girl | Someone who works really hard | |
| Emmy | Girl | A laborious, hard working and industrious person | |
| Engeleisia | Girl | Like an angel | |
| Enjoli | Girl | Extremely pretty | |
| Enjolie | Unisex | Beautiful; Attractive | |
| Enora | Girl | Honor | |
| Erembourc | Unisex | A French mythological character who rides shadows | |
| Ermine | Girl | Weasel or Armenian mouse | |
| Ermyne | Girl | Weasel; An Armenian mouse | |
| Esmae | Unisex | French word meaning respected | |
| Esmee | Girl | Esteemed | |
| Esmerie | Girl | Emerald | |
| Esmira | Girl | Loved | |
| Essie | Girl | A Latin word meaning star | |
| Estee | Girl | A French word meaning star | |
| Estel | Girl | A French word meaning stars in the sky which are bright | |
| Estell | Girl | Bright sparkling stars | |
| Estelle | Girl | Bright sparkling stars | |
| Etiennette | Girl | Crown | |
| Etoile | Girl | A French feminized word meaning star | |
| Etty | Girl | Star | |
| Eulalie | Girl | A French word meaning sweet spoken | |
| Euphrasie | Girl | French word meaning good cheer | |
| Eva | Girl | Life; The living one | |
| Evaleen | Girl | A form of life | |
| Evangelica | Girl | Gospel; Good news; Tidings | |
| Eveleen | Girl | Life; Living; Lively; Hazelnut | |
| Evelene | Girl | Life; Animal | |
| Evette | Girl | Yew tree | |
| Evian | Girl | A French word for a Spa | |
| Ezme | Girl | She who is loved | |
| Fabianne | Girl | A woman who grows beans | |
| Fabienne | Girl | A lady of the bean farm | |
| Fae | Girl | A confident woman who believes in herself | |
| Fanchon | Girl | One with freedom | |
| Fancy | Girl | A free woman | |
| Fannia | Girl | Diminutive of Frances; Free | |
| Fantina | Girl | One who acts like a child | |
| Fatoumata | Girl | A woman who abstains | |
| Fauna | Girl | A fawn; A young deer | |
| Faunia | Girl | A fawn-like woman | |
| Fauve | Girl | One wild like a wild lands | |
| Fayette | Girl | A pettite, little fairy woman | |
| Felicity | Girl | Woman with good luck | |
| Femma | Girl | She is the peace | |
| Ferdinanda | Girl | A woman on a brave journey | |
| Fernande | Girl | An adventurous traveler | |
| Fifa | Unisex | Short form of Alfífa meaning protection | |
| Fifi | Girl | He will add; Jehovah increases | |
| Filicia | Girl | Good fortune and happiness | |
| Firoza | Girl | Turquoise, a semi-precious stone | |
| Firoze | Girl | An undefeatable person; Turquoise, the precious gem | |
| Fitzadam | Girl | The son of Adam | |
| Fizan | Girl | A flurry wind or breeze; Eminence; Popularity | |
| Flann | Girl | Represents the color ruddy, a healthy shade of red | |
| Flerida | Girl | A cheerful and high-spirited woman | |
| Floretta | Girl | Flower | |
| Flori | Girl | To flower; To blossom | |
| Floria | Girl | A variant of Latin Florence which refers to flowering | |
| Floriana | Girl | Variant of Florence; Blossoming | |
| Floriane | Girl | The stage of blooming | |
| Floriano | Girl | Variant of Florian; To flower; To blossom | |
| Florida | Girl | Bloom or a flower; Flowering Easter | |
| Florine | Girl | A variation of Latin name 'Flora', Blossoms | |
| Flur | Girl | A flower; Bloom | |
| Fountain | Girl | Fountain; Spring | |
| Francine | Girl | Person from France | |
Often inspired by literature, nature, and saints, French girl names are symbols of their culture and heritage. These names have the ability to charm people from across the world. These are traditional names with a modern appeal. Choosing a French name for your baby girl connects you to French culture. Also, not to forget your daughter gets a name that is stylish and memorable.
Infographic: Fantastic French Names For Baby Girls
French names are known for their charm and elegance. These names have a classy edge that makes them so attractive. A hardcore romantic may look for French baby girl names as they symbolize love. These dreamy names evoke an undeniable sense of romance. Check out the infographic below to select a unique baby name for your little princess.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What French girl name means lucky?
Sadia, Emon, Fausta, Shaina, Maimouna, and Felicia are French girl names that mean ‘lucky.’
2. What name means queen in French?
There are several French names that mean ‘queen’. Some of them include Sara, Clara, Regis, Karen, Rania, and Reine.
3. What is the French girl’s name for miracle?
The French names meaning ‘miracle’ that you can use for your baby girl include Marvella, Mireille, and Marvel.
4. What is the French girl’s name for joy?
Laétitia and Joie are French names for girls that symbolize joy.
5. What French girl names mean hope?
Amel, Nada, and Esperance are French names meaning hope.
6. What French girl names mean priceless?
Toinette, Antoinette, and Antonine are French girl names meaning priceless.
7. What French girl names mean rose?
Rosalie, Yasna, Lie, and Roos are French girl names that mean ‘rose.’
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