263 French Baby Unisex Names With Meanings

French culture is recognized for its finesse, sophistication, and artistic excellence. This post on French unisex baby names offers parents attractive options that resonate with these values and express their contemporary outlook. French names comprise a surname and one or more given names. In daily life, a person typically only uses their given name and surname, while other given names are often reserved for official documents. Most French individuals have historically had names derived from saints in the Roman Catholic calendar. Although first names of English or other foreign origin are becoming popular in modern France, French citizens from immigrant populations frequently opt for names from their own culture. Most French parents base their decision on the aesthetic appeal of the given names. Generally, they are free to pick any given name for their children, but French government officials have the right to reject a name if they believe it is not in the child's best interests (1). In France, hyphenated names are also quite prevalent. These names are formed by combining the two given names of the same gender with a hyphen. Many French given names have masculine roots to which a suffix is added to make a female version. Also, several French names can be used for both boys and girls. French unisex names usually have balanced sounds that don’t lean towards male or female tones. So whether you seek to honor your French ancestry or embrace a sense of cosmopolitan flair, the list below compiles stylish French names with meanings that can be used for both girls and boys. Scroll down and explore. If you are still confused, seek help from your family and friends to pick a name that stands apart.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Gabriell		Unisex	Heroine of God
Georgette		Unisex	The person who works with soil, seeds and plants
Gervaise		Unisex	Person who is working for spear
Givenchy		Unisex	Fashion, luxury, elegance
Godot		Unisex	Invented name; A small God
Haiti		Unisex	Caribbean nation, freedom, resilience
Holly		Unisex	Shrub
Honore		Unisex	Honor; Honorable
Icie		Unisex	Glacial; Ice-like
Issy		Unisex	God's promise; Devoted to God
Ivon		Unisex	Yew; Archer
Jarreau		Unisex	Gifted singer or musician
Jeandre		Unisex	Gracious and manly
Jeter		Unisex	A thrower; One who throws
Jezelle		Unisex	Chaste; Pure
Joliet		Unisex	Joyful, determined, explorer
Jolyn		Unisex	Joyful; Gentle
Jonatha		Unisex	Communicative motivators
Joselle		Unisex	God will increase
Jourdan		Unisex	Descendant of Jordi
Juelle		Unisex	Value of God; Precious to God
Kaise		Unisex	Alert or vigilant
Kari		Unisex	Black-haired one; Free woman; Strong; Tremendous
Kartier		Unisex	Unique and sophisticated
Kastin		Unisex	A variant of the name Casting
Kerouac		Unisex	The house of the peaceful one
Kir		Unisex	City; Wall
Lancer		Unisex	A soldier or warrior who fights with a lance
Larose		Unisex	The rose
Lavern		Unisex	A land of trees, Woodland
Lavone		Unisex	Yew tree; Shining
Leeloo		Unisex	Lily
Leonidem		Unisex	The one who has the qualities of a Lion
Leray		Unisex	The king
Lilas		Unisex	Purple flower
Loire		Unisex	A major river in France
Loreal		Unisex	Made of gold; Adorned with gold; Beautiful; Magnificent
Loui		Unisex	Strong warrior
Louisse		Unisex	Famed warrior; Renowned fighter
Louvain		Unisex	Place name; Town in Belgium
Luxanna		Unisex	Light; Illuminated one
Lyse		Unisex	God is my oath
Maela		Unisex	Princess; Chief
Maelys		Unisex	Chief; Princess
Magritte		Unisex	Subtle; Artistic; Enigmatic
Maine		Unisex	Mainland
Mallary		Unisex	Strong-willed and determined
Maloni		Unisex	From the sky
Marionette		Unisex	A puppet controlled from above by strings
Marquette		Unisex	Land owner; A French habitational name
Marrie		Unisex	Beloved; Love
Marsella		Unisex	Elegant, strong, and passionate
Matiese		Unisex	Matthew; Gift of God
Maurelle		Unisex	Dark; Moorish
Mazelle		Unisex	Variant of Mazel; Star
Merlot		Unisex	Blackbird
Miabelle		Unisex	Stunning beauty; Grace; Elegance
Miche		Unisex	Large loaf of bread
Michon		Unisex	The precious talent from the highest place
Mignonette		Unisex	Small; Sweet; Delicate; A group of flowering plants in the Reseda family
Minion		Unisex	A follower or underling of a powerful person
Mirage		Unisex	Illusion
Mishel		Unisex	Who is like God
Moet		Unisex	Sweet
Moncler		Unisex	Luxury, elegance, high-quality
Monette		Unisex	Strong, determined, and independent
Moreau		Unisex	Dark-skinned
Morine		Unisex	Star of the sea; Bitter
Mortimer		Unisex	Still water; Motion-less water
Myrl		Unisex	Blackbird; Of the Sea; A variant of Merle
Mystique		Unisex	Air of mystery
Naudia		Unisex	Hope
Navier		Unisex	Elegant; Intelligent
Nielle		Unisex	Energetic; Indepenedent
Nique		Unisex	Victory of the people
Noe		Unisex	Repose; Rest
Noellie		Unisex	Feminine, Christmas-inspired, joyous
Noir		Unisex	Black
Noire		Unisex	Black
Nouvel		Unisex	New
Nouvelle		Unisex	New; News
Ophelie		Unisex	Helpful and wise
Orielle		Unisex	Golden; From God
Outacite		Unisex	A man-killer
Parrish		Unisex	A guardian and a loyal person
Patrice		Unisex	A noble patrician; Clear sighted
Platt		Unisex	One who comes from the flat lands
Quincy		Unisex	Estate of the fifth son
Rayon		Unisex	Furrow; Mockery; Synthetic cloth
Reau		Unisex	Stream; Brook
Rema		Unisex	A deeply loving and sensitive person
Remy		Unisex	Oarsman
Renaissance		Unisex	Rebirth; Revival
Reven		Unisex	To return
Rhae		Unisex	Elegant; Mysterious; Unique
Rivera		Unisex	Someone who lives near the River
Riz		Unisex	Contentment; Satisfaction
Romy		Unisex	Dew of the sea; A variant of Rosemary
Rou		Unisex	Soft; Gentle
Royale		Unisex	Regal; Majestic; Luxurious

Infographic: Gender-Neutral French Baby Names

France, renowned for its diverse culture and language, provides a wealth of gender-neutral names that have endured through the ages. This infographic lists such notable unisex names that honor diversity and originality. Do explore the infographic or share it with to-be parents for them to shortlist the best likely names for their little ones.

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