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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80 French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With L

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Lucas	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Louis	Boy	Famous warrior
Luciano	Boy	Light; Shining
Lionel	Boy	Young lion
Louie	Boy	Famous warrior
Lance	Boy	Weapon; Land
Leroy	Boy	The king
Lucien	Boy	Light; To shine; Glow
Lyam	Boy	A determined protector
Lamont	Boy	Man of law; Lawyer; Upstream

Luc	Boy	From Lucania; Light
Lando	Boy	Land; Lance
Lowen	Boy	Joyful; Lions
Lyon	Boy	Lion; Hill fort of Lugus; Shining
Lowell	Boy	Little wolf
Laron	Boy	A thief
Lavell	Unisex	Valley; Fond of movement
Laurent	Boy	From the place of laurel trees
Lovell	Boy	Young wolf
Lamir	Unisex	The pool

Lebron	Boy	Hare; Brown-haired one
Luxe	Boy	Light; Luxury
Lemarr	Boy	He who belongs to The Sea
Lafayette	Boy	Faith; Beech forest
Lamarr	Boy	Of the sea; Pool
Lestat	Boy	Estate; Status
Lional	Boy	Young lion
Lanier	Boy	Wool worker
Lambert	Boy	Bright land; Light of the land
Landrey	Boy	A powerful ruler; Poor; Pilgrim; Lion man

Lavel	Unisex	Valley
Leroi	Boy	He who is a ruler of people; A king
Lorence	Boy	From Laurentum; Laurel tree
Loy	Boy	To elect; To choose
Ludovic	Boy	Famous warrior
Liham	Unisex	Will helmet
Lancelot	Boy	Land; Spear; Lance
Lanny	Boy	The Lands that are Legendary and Famous
Lot	Boy	Covering; Veil; Fate
Louka	Unisex	From Lucania; Forest wood; Sacred wood; Light

Lonell	Boy	A lion cub
Latimer	Boy	The one who interprets Latin
Laven	Boy	Fragrance; Refreshing
Lancelin	Boy	The one who serves; A servant
Landaine	Boy	A long hill or a ridge, refers to london
Lanfranc	Boy	A speaker, who speaks wisely
Lasonne	Boy	A place name from La Sonne in France
Launce	Boy	Land; Servant; Spear; Lance
Laurentin	Boy	A place where laurels grow
Laurier	Girl	Laurel plant

Laurtne	Boy	He who came from the place with Laurel trees
Laver	Boy	An action of cleaning, or washing something
Lazare	Boy	My God has helped
Leavold	Boy	Songs of the Vire Valley
Lebeau	Boy	The handsome one; A beautiful boy
Lemony	Boy	The monk; Mountain
Leocadie	Boy	Lion; French version of the name Leonard
Leodegrance	Boy	Lion
Leuit	Boy	place holder
Lever	Boy	Hare

Leverett	Boy	Little young rabbit
Lewes	Boy	Famous warrior; The one who is famous in battle
Lionet	Boy	Young or small lion
Lockhart	Boy	Brave bolt; Herdsman; Cross-eyed
Lothair	Boy	The one who fights; Fame in battle
Lovel	Boy	One who is like a young wolf
Lovett	Boy	Young wolf; Wolf cub
Lubin	Boy	Dear; Beloved
Luce	Boy	Light
Lueis	Boy	A renowned fighter

Luno	Boy	The Moon
Lyale	Boy	Island
Lyell	Boy	Wolf; The island
Lyonell	Boy	Lion
Leroux	Boy	The red
Lothaire	Boy	Famous army
Lusian	Boy	Bretons form of Lucian; Light
Laureline	Boy	Laurel
Laremy	Boy	Small wood; Arbour
Laval	Boy	Valley

Infographic: Meaningful French Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With L

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

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