What are some French baby boy names that have been used by multiple generations of a family?

Traditional French baby boy names such as Louis (famous in battle) , Charles (man), Henri (home ruler), Antoine (name of a Roman general), Paul (small, humble), Gabriel (God is my strong man), Pierre (stone), and Jean (Yahweh is gracious) are often used by multiple generations of a family.

How do French baby boy names compare to the naming practices of other cultures in Europe?

French baby boy names are usually chosen from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints. Names like Jacques (supplanter), Jean (Yahweh is gracious), Michel (who is like God?), and Jean-Baptiste (John the Baptist) are traditionally used for boys. French children could also be given names of two, three, four, or more. These names may belong to the childs family, including the parents, grandparents, and other relatives. Moreover, Baptism or christening names in France could differ from the registered name. Finally, French baby boys could have compound names like Jean-Luc or Jean-Paul (1). The French usually use one given name followed by the surname on official documents. Middle names do not exist.

Which French baby boy names mean strong?

French baby boy names like Gabriel (God is my strong man), Druon (strong, vigorous), Romaric (fame, glory, strong, powerful), and Romuald (power, authority) mean strong and powerful. Some names like Émeric (ruler, king), Valentin (strong, healthy, vigorous), and Armand (army man) could also indicate strength.

Which French name means gift from God or blessing?

French baby boy names that mean gift from God are Donatien (given), Théodore (gift of God), Mathis (gift from God), and Dieudonné (given by God). Additionally, French boy names meaning blessing are Bénédicte (blessed) and Grâce (grace).

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74 French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With G

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Grant	Boy	Large; Tall; Big; Great
Gary	Boy	Enclosure; Spearman; Watchful
Granger	Boy	Farm bailiff; Share-cropper; Market-gardener
Giancarlo	Boy	God is gracious; Man; Army
Gilbert	Boy	Bright pledge
Guy	Boy	Wood; Valley
Gaspar	Boy	Treasurer
Gaston	Boy	Visitor; Stranger
Garrick	Boy	Oak tree grove; Spear king; Rough place
Giulian	Unisex	Youthful; Downy-bearded

Giancarlos	Boy	God is gracious; Man; Army
Grainger	Boy	Farm bailiff
Garon	Boy	Ready; Spear; Little spear
Garion	Boy	Guardian; Spear
Gambit	Boy	Any maneuver by which one seeks to gain an advantage; Trip up
Galvin	Boy	Glowing; Descendant of the bright, fair one; Hawk field
Gilles	Boy	Young goat
Gillis	Boy	Young goat
Girard	Boy	Brave with the spear; Hard
Gaspard	Boy	Treasurer; Bringer of wealth

Garson	Boy	From the town of Courson; Boy; Hardy spear
Gifford	Boy	Gift of bravery; Chubby cheeks
Gent	Boy	Noble; Courteous; Friendly; To beget
Gregoire	Boy	Alert; Watchful
Garnell	Boy	The one who keeps a part of his surname as his name
Garran	Boy	Guard; Guardian
Gabin	Boy	The city of Gabii
Gibbs	Boy	Bright pledge
Guillaume	Boy	Will helmet; Helmet protection
Gilian	Girl	Servant of Saint John

Griffon	Unisex	Curved, hooked nose; Claw
Garan	Boy	Gelding; Guardian
Garrik	Boy	Spear king; Oak tree grove
Gaultier	Boy	Ruler of the army; People of power; Army of power; Strong ruler; A derivative name is Gault
Gerwazy	Boy	Warrior; Spear; A variant form of Gervaise
Gabriel	Unisex	God is my strength
Gais	Boy	One who is pleased and cheerful
Galant	Boy	A dashing, cheerful, and courageous person
Galfrid	Boy	The concord of God
Garin	Boy	Guard; Willingly; Gladly; Protection; Shelter

Garlen	Girl	Triangle land; To adorn; Land of the spear; Wreath; Prize
Garllan	Boy	Filled with flowers
Garnier	Boy	Cautious army
Garren	Boy	Guards; Guardian
Gasha	Girl	Beloved
Gauthier	Boy	Power of the army
Geiger	Boy	Fiddle; Fiddle player
Genilles	Boy	One who has moral and well mannered behaviours
Geoffrey	Unisex	God's peace; Peaceful gift; Peaceful territory; Peaceful foreigner
Geoffroy	Boy	Refers to rest and peace that were provided by God

Georges	Girl	Farmer; Earthworker
Geraud	Boy	Form of Gerard; Spear brave and strong
Gervais	Boy	Servant of the spear; Old
Ghislain	Boy	Hostage; Pledge
Gibbon	Boy	Friend with a gift
Gifferd	Boy	Plump faced
Gilberd	Boy	Bright pledge; Shining pledge
Gille	Boy	Youthful, Young
Gilson	Boy	Son of Gill or Giles; Young goat
Goddard	Boy	Brave God; Strong God

Godelot	Boy	A person who loves to be in peace; God's peace
Gouen	Boy	Good protector
Grandin	Boy	Independent and approachable
Granville	Girl	Guarin's town
Grenier	Boy	French for attic or granary
Guarin	Boy	The defender; The protector
Guatimozin	Boy	Falling eagle; Descending eagle
Gudval	Boy	One who can organize anything
Guillelmus	Boy	A fearless defender who can do anything to protect his beloved
Guillem	Boy	A fearless defender who can do anything to protect his beloved

Gustaw	Boy	The royal staff; The servants of the king
Gustin	Unisex	Exalted; Venerable; To increase
Gusztav	Boy	The royal staff; The servants of the king
Guthlac	Boy	Name of an ancient saint of Christianity

Infographic: Attractive French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With G

French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With G are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With G(infographic)

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