Female and male names most popular from last year : France.
13794 names found
Charlotte
Classic and feminine French-origin name derived from "Charlote," meaning "free man" or "strong." It has been popular among royalty historically and remains so today due to its timeless appeal.
Sophia
Greek-derived female name meaning 'wisdom,' popularized by figures like Saint Sophia and Sophia of Nassau.
Henry
Classic Germanic name derived from Heinrich, meaning "home ruler" or "powerful homeowner," with notable bearers including King Henry VIII of England and industrialist Henry Ford.
Lucas
Latin name meaning "bringer of light", deriving from the Latin word 'lux'.
Isabella
The feminine given name Isabella originates from Italian roots but is derived from Germanic elements 'is' meaning ice and 'hild' meaning battle. It translates to "devoted to God".
Ava
Hebrew name meaning "life", derived from the Bible's first woman, Chava.
Jack
English origin, derived from John, meaning "God is gracious." It was originally a nickname for someone with the qualities of a jack pulley.
Luca
The Italian boy's name Luca originates from the Latin word "lux," meaning light, and translates to "light.
Julian
Latin-derived name, originally from the Roman gens Julia, tracing back to Julius, believed to be descended from Jupiter himself. It means "youthful" or "downwards".
Elias
Elias: Hebrew origin, meaning "the Lord is my God.
Jacob
Hebrew origin meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel," with historical significance in Jewish and Christian traditions. It has been widely adopted globally and remains popular today.
Eleanor
English name derived from the Norman French Alienor, meaning "other battle".
Isaac
Hebrew name that means 'he will laugh'. It is of biblical origin, being the son of Abraham and Sarah in the Old Testament.
Penelope
Distinctive feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "weaver" or "one who weaves". It was made famous by Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey", where Penelope, the faithful wife of Odysseus, was renowned for her intelligence, resourcefulness, and weaving skills. The name has been popular throughout Europe and beyond since the Renaissance period.
Mila
Female name of Slavic origin, meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.
Ella
English name with Germanic roots, derived from 'Alia', meaning 'other'. It's also associated with the Old French word 'elle', meaning 'she'. Popularized in medieval times as a diminutive of names like Eleanor and Elizabeth, Ella has evolved into a standalone given name beloved worldwide for its uniqueness and historical significance.
Charles
Classic male given name of French origin, meaning "free man" or "strong," derived from the Old Germanic word "karal," meaning "strength.
Roman
The name Roman, derived from Latin, means 'citizen of Rome' and was widely used among ancient Romans to honor their city.
Emilia
Elegant Latin name meaning 'to rival or excel', popularized by ancient Roman families and notable figures like Saint Emilie de Rodat.
Aaron
Hebrew boys' name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the biblical figure Aaron, Moses' brother.
Axel
Axel is of Scandinavian origin, dating back to Old Norse Ásgöðr, meaning 'god of the Æsir' or 'enemy of the Æsir', reflecting its association with Norse mythology.
Bennett
English name derived from the Middle English word 'benet', meaning 'blessed'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone considered blessed or fortunate, with ties to Christian tradition.
Christian
Unisex given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," derived from the word "christianus." It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has since become one of the most common names worldwide.
Beau
French-derived given name that means "handsome" or "beautiful," traditionally used for boys but also sometimes for girls. Its popularity has grown in recent years in English-speaking countries.
Zoey
Charming Greek name meaning 'life', popularized by figures like Saint Zoe and the Twilight series.
Robert
Germanic name derived from "hrod" meaning fame and "bert" meaning bright or famous, first introduced to France by Viking settlers during the Middle Ages and subsequently becoming popular among nobility.
Jordan
The male given name Jordan has Hebrew roots meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' likely referencing the Jordan River.
Madelyn
English feminine name derived from 'Madeleine', which origins trace back to Germanic roots via French 'Mahault', meaning 'from Magdala'.
Sophie
French feminine given name derived from Greek "sophia", meaning wisdom, popular throughout history and worn by notable figures like Sophie Germain and Sophie Scholl.
Adam
Hebrew male name meaning 'earth', inspired by the Biblical first man.
Xavier
Spanish-derived name from the Basque 'Etxeberri', meaning 'new house'. Popularized by St Francis Xavier, it's been widely used throughout history and literature, notably in Cervantes' 'Don Quixote'. Today, Xavier remains a popular choice for boys' names.
Myles
English name of Old French origin, meaning 'soldier' or 'servant', derived from the Latin 'Milites'. It was popularized in recent years.
Dominic
Latin origin meaning 'of the lord', is associated with Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order.
Josephine
Feminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Josephus, meaning 'may God increase'.
Alice
Germanic feminine given name meaning "noble," popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel, but predating it.
Claire
French female given name dating back to the Middle Ages, meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
Emery
Unisex name of French origin, derived from the Germanic "Aimeric," meaning "home ruler." Popularized by Normans in England during their 11th-century conquest, it has historical significance, shared by figures like St. Emery of Aquitaine, and remains popular worldwide despite varying spellings.
Adeline
French feminine given name derived from Old German elements, combining 'adal' meaning noble and 'hild' meaning battle, signifying "noble battle".
Harrison
Harrison is of English origin, derived from the Old French 'Henry' and ultimately from the Germanic 'Heinrich', meaning 'home ruler'. It has been widely used since medieval times, gaining popularity as a given name in the 19th century. Today, it's considered unisex and carries connotations of strength and leadership tied to one's roots.
Audrey
Feminine English given name derived from Old French Audrey, itself originating from Germanic elements 'auda' meaning "noble" or "noble strength", and 'rheid' meaning "power" or "radiance". Popularized by Saint Audrey (Æthelthryth), it gained prominence during the Middle Ages but surged in popularity after the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's. Today, Audrey remains a favored choice among parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for daughters, ranking consistently among the top 500 names in the United States since the 1980s. Variations include Audra and Auda, with occasional use of the masculine form Audrey throughout history.