Congratulations, your baby girl is finally here! After the long awaited arrival, it’s time to pick out the perfect name for your little angel. Having trouble settling on one? Don’t worry, most parents do! Naming your baby may not be as easy as it seems. And with so many opinions and options, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Figuring out a name that suits the personality and style of your baby can be tricky and you may be drawing inspiration from your favorite places, like France for example. Anything French always has a sophisticated and dreamy air about it. This place has been the inspiration for great works of art so why not a baby name? Besides, French girl names have a way of sounding chic, elegant and delicate without trying too hard. If you want the perfect Parisian name for your princess, this is the list for you.
1. Clementine
Clementine is a sweet girl name that always reminds us of the sweet orange fruit that shares the same name. Just think of a sunny afternoon in the South of France. This name captures that essence. The name Clementine in French actually means “ merciful, gentle or mild”. It is derived from the Latin word clemens. If you want a sweet and gentle baby girl that captures the beauty of Southern France, this is the name for you.
2. Esme
If you were busy contemplating if you were Team Jacob or Team Edward in the early 2000’s, you are no stranger to this name. The name Esme was first introduced in the Twilight series. It’s a sweet and pretty sounding name with a lovely meaning. Although Bella comes up with the name by mashing two other names together, the name Esme does exist as a stand alone. It is of French origin and means “esteemed” or “loved”. If you want to show your baby just how loved she is, this may be the perfect way to do it.
3. Juliette
You may recognize this name from the most famous play Shakespear has ever written. When it comes to love and loss, no one does it like the French, which is why his most iconic character vhas this beautiful French name. Juliette is the name that captures the heart of the ultimate hopeless romantic. The meaning of the name is “youthful”. If you want your little girl to be eternally youthful, this is the name for you.
4. Avril
These days Avril sounds like a punk name due to its close association with the punk-rock singer Avril Lavigne. But what if we told you that this name is actually a pretty, delicate summer name? Avril is literally the French word for the month April. This name, although sweet, has a certain je ne sais quoi feel to it, making it the perfect cool girl name.
5. Charlotte
This may come as a surprise to you but Charllotte isn’t an English name. Although it was good enough for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to give their daughter this French name. This may stem from the fact that the name Charlotte is the feminine version of the name Charles in French. This name may be good enough for royalty, but would you name your baby girl Charlotte?
6. Delphine
Have you heard of a more beautiful name? This name is delicate, sweet sounding and has character. The name Delphine is the French form of the ancient Roman name Delphina. It refers to the ancient Greek city of Delphi as well as the beautiful blue flower called delphinium. This name is rich in history and regal. Would you pick this name for your regal little queen?
7. Genevieve
This unique and interesting name has a distinct French origin. Although it was first derived from the Celtic language and is thought to simply mean “woman”. It is a pretty, mysterious sounding French name that rolls off the tongue.
8. Soleil
If your entire world revolves around your little girl then this is the name for you! The name Soleil literally means “sun” in the French language. Although it was originally only used as a boy name, many people are starting to name their bright girls after the sun as well. Would you?
Naming your baby is supposed to be fun and exciting. It should encompass something that you are passionate about and draw inspiration from. Be it a picturesque location, culture or just a pretty sounding name. France has an abundance of all of these things. So, if you consider yourself a Francophone or just have a connection to the place and history, we hope these names are high on your baby name list. Happy parenting!
