French boy names
Updated: April 10th, 2024
French names have a unique charm and flair, often with a strong sense of cultural history behind them. And while the most popular French male names have remained largely the same over the years, there are some interesting trends and patterns emerging in recent years. According to data from INSEE, the French national statistics agency, Arthur has been the most popular French boy's name while Ethan is also rising quickly in popularity. For those looking for something a bit different, there are plenty of other interesting names to explore.
Below is a list of some of the most popular French boy's names from recent years.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZThomas
With Aramaic roots meaning “twin,” Thomas is a Biblical mainstay that's never strayed far from the top.
Louis
French and German for “renowned warrior,” this royal favorite gained renewed attention through Prince Louis.
Rose
Latin for the flower, Rose has bloomed for centuries and remains a favorite for its grace and simplicity.
Florence
This Latin name means “prosperous” and recalls both a romantic city.
Nathan
Hebrew for “given,” this Old Testament name has a lasting presence across generations.
Adam
A Hebrew name meaning “son of the red earth,” Adam is both mankind’s origin and a perennial favorite.
Jason
Of Greek origin meaning “to heal,” Jason is known both for ancient myth and its '70s naming boom.
Calvin
Latin in origin and meaning “bald,” Calvin has intellectual roots and modern flair thanks to fashion and comics.
David
A timeless Hebrew name meaning “beloved,” tied to the biblical king.
Louise
The French feminine form of Louis, this vintage name meaning “renowned warrior” is stylish again in Europe.
Russell
This French-rooted name meaning “redhead” saw peak popularity mid-century and lives on through sports and screen stars.
Alfred
An Old English name meaning “wise counselor,” Alfred owes much of its past prestige to Alfred the Great, the scholarly 10th-century king of Wessex.
Claire
This French form of Clara means “bright” or “clear” and has a clean, classic sound.
Warren
Of English and French origin, Warren means “park-keeper” and once honored a Revolutionary War hero.
Hugo
A Latinized form of Hugh with extra flair, Hugo has gained popularity.
Raymond
Guards Wisely, Advice, Decision Protector, Strong Defender
Jonathan
Yahweh has Given, Gift of Jehovah
Guy
Warrior, Valley, Staff of the God, Wood
Grant
Great Plains, Big, Tall
Abel
Vanishing, Fragility, Vapour, Healthy
Jean
Scottish Form of Joan Gracious Gift from God, John
Raphael
God has Healed
Travis
Crossing, Toll Collector, To Cross the River, Similar to a Surname
Xavier
Saviour, Splendid, Owner of a New Home, Bright
Forrest
Of the Woods, Woodsman, Forest, Lives in Wood
Mitchell
Michel, Michael, Who is Like God
Camille
Attendant for a Temple, Swiftness of Foot, Honorable Births, Acolyte
Lance
Homeland, Land, A Lance
Marion
Wished-for Child, Sea of Bitterness, Star, Bitter
Boone
Good, A Blessing
Fletcher
Arrow Maker, Arror Featherer
Parker
Keeper of the Forest
Bernard
Hardy, Strong, Courageous, Bärenstarke
Damien
Fertility, To Tame, Conqueror, Spirit
Marshall
Steward of Horses, Marshall, Horse-keeper, Shoeing Smith
Marcel
Form of the Latin Marcellus, Young Warrior, Hammer, Warlike
Emmanuel
God with Us
Teddy
Form of Theodore, Courageous People, Wealthy Protector, Wealth and Keep
Lou
Renowned Warrior, Fame and War, Fight, Light
Jocelyn
Supplanter, Son of God, Cheerful, Happy
Allison
Noble and Fight, Son of the Highborn, Alice
Dixie
Southern Us, American South, Tenth, Dick's Son
Taylor
One who Cuts Cloth, To Cut, Tailor, Schneider
Valentin
The Strong, Vigorous
Delaney
From the Alder Grove
Gabrielle
Hero of God, God's Strength
Courtney
Snub Nosed, Court-dweller, Court Meaning Short, Courtly
Jon
Abbreviation of Jonathan, God is Merciful, Jehovah has been Gracious
Leroy
The King, Inspired By a Family Name
Myles
Merciful, Servant, Inventor of the Corn Mill, Soldier
Ariel
Lion of God
Sydney
French in origin and meaning “Saint Denis,” it’s long linked to both place and character names in pop culture.
Nicolas
Victory of the People, Victorious Person
Percy
Pierces, Pierce the Vale
Justine
Fair Just, Righteous, Reasonable, True
Elliot
God is My Salvation, Old Welshman, Form of Elijah, Elliot
Marc
Of the Sea, Defence, Form of Mark, Warlike
Emile
Imitating, Rival, Rivaling
Alphonse
Embattled, Eager, Fight, Noble and Fast
Tripp
Traveler, The Third
Edmond
Wealth and Protection, Wealthy Protector, Guardian of Property
Fraser
Family Name, Of the Forest Men, Strawberry, French Town
Geoffrey
The Stranger, God and Peace, Peaceful Ruler, Composition
Burke
From the Fortified Hill Or Castle
Orville
Golden Town
Jacques
French Form of Jacob Supplanter, He who Supplants, Yahweh May Protect
Claudine
Limping, Disabled, Lame
Neville
New Town
Armand
Strong and Man, Warrior, Army
Toni
Who Eats Flower
Ray
Beam of Light, Grace, Regal, Protection
Jewel
Joy, Jayanta, The Jewel, Play Thing
Joelle
Lord is God
Lyon
Lion, Leo
Norbert
Famous Northman, North and Brilliant, Illustrious, Renowned Northerner
Dominique
Offered to the Lord, Belonging to the Lord
Elliott
The Lord is My God, Form of Elijah
Salome
A Hebrew name meaning “peace,” it has deep biblical roots.
Bellamy
Handsome Friend, Good-looking Companion
Sinclair
A Scottish name meaning “from St. Clair."
Lambert
Shiny, Country and Illustrious, Land, Homeland
Jules
Illustrious Roman Family, Dedicated to Jupiter
Merle
Blackbird, Black Bird, Small Falcon, Able
Gaston
Stranger, Host, Guest
Samson
This powerful Hebrew name means “sun” and recalls the biblical figure known for extraordinary strength.
Tracy
The Hunteress, Brave, Summer, Place of Thracius
Benjamin
Born of the Right Hand
Landry
Power, Rich, Country and Powerful, Ruler
Lacy
Derived from Lacey which is a French Nobleman's Surname Brought to British Isles After Norman Conquest, Form of Larissa, Cheerful One, Lassy
Clemente
The Merciful, Indulgent, Gentleness
Denver
From Anvers, Valley Ferry, Variant of the Surname Danvers, Dane Crossing
Elroy
King, Red-haired Youth
Marin
Of the Sea
Monty
Mountain
Lyle
From the Island
Frederic
Powerful, Rich, Power, Peace
Alix
Noble, Protector, Honorable
Marquis
The Marquis
Ulrich
World Ruler, Inherited Property, Wolf and King, Noble Leader
Russ
Redhead, Russet
Cortez
Courteous, Courtly
Chase
Hunter, Huntsman
Corbett
Dark as a Raven, Black Hair
Noel
Christmas, God is with Us
Archer
A Bowman Or Archer, An English Surname, Noteworthy and Valorous
Burl
Butler, Forest, Knot in a Tree, Cup Bearer
Chandler
Candle Maker, Candle-maker
Ives
Young Archer, Yew Wood, Archer's Bow
Babette
God is Fullness, Strangers, The Foreign
Fred
Elf, Protection, Safety, Rich
Mason
Stoneworker, Stone Worker, To Make
Marcelle
Consecrated to the God Mars, Dedicated to Mars (The Roman God of War)
Germaine
From the Same Blood, The Teuton
Florine
Flower, Blossom, Flowering
Francis
Free, French Man, The Element Francesco Which Means Frenchman, Little Frenchwoman
Rene
Counsel Power, Born Again, Form of Reginald, Reborn
Beauregard
Beau Which Means Handsome Sweetheart Admirer, Handsome Look
Patrice
Patrician, A Nobleman, Noblewoman
Leontine
Leo, Stem End from Leontini, Like a Lion
Daniel
Judge is God
Barrett
Bear-strength, Bear-like, Bonnet, Bear
Bertie
Brilliant and Raven, Will, Shining Pledge, Bright Warrior
Cher
Darling
Ames
Friend
Darnell
The Elements Derne Meaning Hidden Secret
Colson
Son of Nicholas, People's Victory, Triumphant People
Baptiste
Immerse, The Baptist
Gay
Valley
Porter
Keeper of the Gate, A Porter Gatekeeper, One who Carries Goods, Door
Curt
Courteous, Court-dweller, Audacious and Council, Short
Lionel
The Lion, Leo, Form of Leonard
Caprice
Caprice, Impulsive
Laurent
Laurel
Martine
Mars, Warrior
Claude
Lame, Limping, Preserving, Disabled
Boyce
Dweller Near the Wood, Son of the Forest
March
Month, Born During the Month of March
Laure
Too: Laurel Wreath, From Laurentum Stem End
Forest
Woodsman, Forest, From the Wood, Wood-dweller
Dorian
Isis was the Principal Goddess of Ancient Egypt, Rich, Dorians, From Doris
Joie
Joy, Rejoicing
Thibault
Brave, Bold, People
Christiane
Christian, The Anointed One, Belonging to Christ
Basile
Monarch, Royal, Kingly
Drury
Friendship
Fitz
Son
Joseph
It will Enlarge, God Would Multiply, Yahweh Will Add, Jehova Increases
Wallace
Foreign, Waleis, Welshman, Man from Wales
Sacha
Alexandra, Protect and Man, Manly
Montgomery
Mountain Belonging to the Ruler, Gomerics Hill
Terrell
The God of Thunder, Pull, Stubborn, Powerful
Olivier
Oil Tree, Army, Warrior, Elf
Evon
Born of Ashes, Call
Granville
Large City
Tyrell
Pull, Stubborn, Thunder Ruler, Puller
Bertrand
Introduced to Britain During the Norman Conquest, Brilliant and Raven, Shiny Shield, Wise Person
Delano
Dark, The Word De La Nuit Meaning of the Night
Remy
A Town in Central France, From the Raven Farm, Champagne
Christian
Anointed Christian, Belonging to Christ
Cable
Rope-maker, Rope Maker, An English Surname
Troy
Foot-soldier, Curly Haired, To Be Strong, Man from Troyes
Cheri
Beloved One, Darling
Chaney
Oak Wood
Kourtney
Domain of Curtis, Short, From Courtenay
Marquez
The Marquis
Breton
The Breton, Prince, From Britain, Native of Brittany
Gaspard
Treasurer, Whoever Comes to See
Lafayette
Faithful
Vern
Youthful, Spring Like, Alder Tree
Hutchinson
Town of Houses, American West Texan General Sam Houston, Place-name and Surname, A City in Texas Usa
Rollo
Earl, Wolf Fame, Renowned in the Land, Form of Roland
Gauthier
Rule, Reign, To Govern and Armed, Warrior
Etienne
Crowning, The Crowned
Dashiell
Heaven, Sky
Beaumont
Lovely Hill