Female and male names most popular from last year : Provence.
86 names found
Madilyn
Distinctive English female name derived from Madeleine, which means "from Magdala," referencing Mary Magdalene in the New Testament.
Nellie
Charming English feminine name, derived from medieval nickname Nel for Helen or Eleanor, meaning 'torch' or 'radiance'.
Marguerite
Classic French feminine name derived from 'marguerite', meaning 'daisy', popularized by Queen Marguerite of France and signifying grace and beauty.
Favian
Distinctive Latin name meaning "favor" or "goodwill," with historical figures like Bishop Favian of Riez, and derived from the Roman family name Fabius, linked to "bean.
Elinore
English name with roots in the Germanic Alienora, meaning "other land," popularized by Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine during the Middle Ages.
Mireille
Classic French feminine given name derived from the Occitan word "Mirail", meaning "to admire". It gained popularity through Frédéric Mistral's poem "Mireio" and has historical significance in France, with notable figures like Mireille Mathieu and Mireille Appels bearing this elegant yet distinctive name.
Saleen
French Occitan name meaning "small" or potentially "completeness," rarely used outside France and retaining its uniqueness due to limited historical documentation.
Dartagnan
French name derived from Occitan, meaning 'from the village called Tarascon'. Popularized by Alexandre Dumas' novel 'The Three Musketeers', where d'Artagnan was a brave and loyal musketeer, it now symbolizes adventure and bravery while also holding historical significance for southern France.
Elley
Charming English name, variant of Eleanor meaning "other" or "alien", and has historic connections to several notable medieval queens.
Ellenore
Charming French name variant of Eleanor, meaning 'light' and 'the other Aenor', with a rich royal history.
Raelyne
Distinct French given name derived from 'raisin', meaning 'grape' and signifying abundance and fertility.
Elliemay
Modern name formed by blending Eleanor ('shining light') and May (the month of renewal), resulting in an elegant yet approachable moniker.
Berenger
Rare French name composed of 'bear' and 'spear', signifying strength and power, with notable historical figures like Berenger II, Count of Provence.
Forrie
Rare French name originally derived from "Forrièr", meaning "the carpenter".
Kouvr
Rare French given name derived from the Occitan word 'cova', meaning 'cave' or 'hollow'. Its history dates back to medieval France, originally used as an occupational surname for those living near caves or working in quarries.
Renin
Distinctive French name derived from "renard," meaning "fox." Historically significant in France, it was borne by notable nobles like Renin II, Duke of Lotharingia. Today, while uncommon, Renin stands out due to its unique sound and exotic origins.
Aelicia
English origin, derived from the Old French Eleanor, meaning "other" or "foreign". It was popular among medieval nobility and carried a sense of history and nobility.
Alandre
Unique given name of French origin meaning 'from the land of Alda', a Gallic tribe once inhabiting southern France near Alès. It was borne by members of the noble house of Alandret, prominent in medieval Provence. Pronounced ah-lahn-druh, it offers a rich historical significance and sense of place.
Albon
Rare French given name of Occitan origin, derived from the word "alborn" meaning "white poplar". It was traditionally bestowed upon boys of noble or wealthy status in Provence during the Middle Ages, symbolizing strength, resilience, and beauty. Today, it's increasingly popular as a unisex name in France and other French-speaking countries.
Aliene
Rare, distinctive given name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning.
Alienor
French origin, derived from the Occitan name Alenor, brought to France by Eleanor of Aquitaine around 1122 AD. It means "noble and bright," composed of Germanic elements 'adal' and 'heid'. Despite its historical significance, it remains relatively uncommon today but offers a unique and elegant naming choice.
Alisen
Unique and beautiful name of Latin origin that means 'wing', representing freedom, grace, elevation, adaptability, and inner strength.
Arlease
Rare French name derived from 'arlesien', meaning 'from Arles', a city between two rivers.
Aunjel
Unique French name derived from Occitan 'Anjoù', meaning 'angel'.
Aurele
The name Aurèle, derived from Occitan 'aurel' meaning 'golden', is of French origin and has been associated with elegance and tradition throughout history.
Azenet
Azenet, a distinctive French feminine name, originates from the Occitan language, denoting 'she-ass' or 'donkey'.
Beatris
Meet Beatris, a unique feminine name of Latin origin derived from 'Beatus,' meaning 'blessed' or 'happy', first introduced by St. Beatrice, a patron saint of pregnant women.
Bernett
German-origin given name derived from 'bernett', meaning 'bear', traditionally associated with strength and courage.
Bijon
Unique French name derived from 'biòu', meaning 'billy goat'. It's often associated with strength and independence.
Brancon
Rare, French-origin given name with no widely accepted meaning, possibly derived from the Occitan surname Branc.
Briance
French name derived from the Occitan word "briant", meaning "shining" or "radiant".
Cadynce
Distinctive French-origin female name, derived from 'Cadenet,' an occupational surname meaning 'chain'.
Camarie
Distinctive French given name derived from the Occitan word 'camarana', meaning wild rose, symbolizing elegance and beauty. It was traditionally bestowed upon girls born into families appreciating nature's beauty in Provence. Today, it signifies strength and resilience alongside grace and charm.
Cayci
Rare, unisex French name derived from 'caique', a type of Mediterranean boat, signifying freedom and adventure.
Cezanne
Rare yet distinctive French-origin given name with an unclear meaning, believed to be related to the Occitan word "cèz," meaning "at the foot of" or "below." It is best known as the surname of famous Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne.
Chalet
Rare French-origin given name derived from "chalet," meaning hut or cabin, conveying warmth and natural beauty, popularized among families connected to alpine culture since the late 19th century.
Chamise
Unique French feminine given name derived from "chamaïse," a type of wild grass, and associated with freedom, growth, and resilience.
Charri
French origin, derived from the Occitan word 'charrier', meaning 'to chat' or 'to gossip'. It signifies sociability and joviality.
Chassy
Rare, historic French given name derived from 'Chassat', meaning 'hunter' or 'resident of a thatched-roof house', with ties to medieval French nobility and the Occitan language.
Clothilde
Unique Germanic name, composed of 'hild', meaning 'battle', and 'clod', referring to earth, giving it the meaning 'famous battle'.