What is the French name that means star?

Estelle is a French feminine name that means ‘star.’ It is a popular variation of the Latin name Stella.

Why do the French have two names?

Similar to the naming convention for most countries, the French also follow the naming practice of having a first given name (prénom) and a family name (nom de famille). Having two names helps distinguish and identify individuals within a family and society (2).

What are French Leo names?

In French, Leo is spelled ‘Léo’ and is a popular boy name. There are several French names that can be associated with Leo. For instance, the French masculine name Léon means ‘lion.’ Léopold is another French name that means ‘bold people.’ Léonard, the French variant of the Old German name Leonard, means ‘brave lion.’

Are there any cultural or historical traditions associated with French baby names?

French baby names mostly reflect the countrys Christian heritage. Babies are named after French saints, royalties, aristocrats, and other historical figures. Literary and artistic references are also common in French names.

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50 French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Christian	Boy	A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ
Casey	Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Cleo	Girl	Fame; Glory; Glory of the father
Chevelle	Girl	My God is a vow; Bold and beautiful
Cree	Boy	First people; Name of a Native American tribe
Claude	Boy	Lame; Disabled; Strong-willed
Cary	Boy	Black; Free man
Clemente	Boy	Merciful; Lenient; Soft-hearted
Corin	Boy	Spear; Mountain herb; Maiden
Cotton	Boy	A cottage or hut; Coat (of mail)

Chaney	Boy	Oak tree; Oak; Strong-hearted
Courage	Unisex	Strength to face fear; Bravery
Ciel	Girl	Sky; Heaven
Colonel	Boy	A rank in military given to a high post, usually given to an experienced soldier
Chesley	Boy	Camp meadow
Collyn	Girl	A young woman; Victory of the people
Columbia	Girl	Dove; The land of Columbus
Chapin	Boy	Shoemaker; Type of overshoe made of cork; Violent blow
Cordon	Unisex	Ribbon; A protective barrier to enclose an area
Courtnee	Girl	Short nose; A French place name; Domain of Curtius

Corday	Boy	The maker of chords; Cord; String; Rope
Chez	Unisex	At the house of
Chimere	Girl	Chimera; God's deed; Spiritual being
Colibri	Unisex	Hummingbird
Coi	Unisex	Corner; Gallant; Vain; Sly
Curie	Unisex	Stable
Cameo	Girl	A gem portrait carved in relief; Skin
Chayan	Boy	Unintelligible speakers; Life; Moonlight; Moon; Picking; Selection; Collecting; Hope; Expectation; Aspiration; Dream; Scorpion
Chandell	Unisex	A candle
Chandler	Unisex	Candle seller; Candle maker

Chandon	Unisex	Candle
Char	Unisex	Free man; Delight; Joy
Charlot	Unisex	Free man; Army
Chayce	Unisex	A huntsman
Cheney	Unisex	Oak tree; Oak-hearted; Estate of a man named Canius
Chevis	Unisex	A thick bodied Fish
Clarion	Boy	High-pitched trumpet; Bugle
Coeur	Unisex	The most vital organ of the human body; the heart
Concord	Unisex	State of agreement; Harmony
Cony	Boy	Rabbit

Courtenay	Unisex	Short; Short-nosed
Crescent	Unisex	A variant of Crescens, The phase of the moon; Derived from the Latin word Crescere
Custer	Boy	Sexton; Maker of feathered beds or cushions
Cyrille	Unisex	Lord
Chastain	Boy	Chestnut tree
Cote	Unisex	Hills; Dweller by the slope
Chili	Unisex	Cold; Seagull
Cadillac	Unisex	A luxury car brand
Cessna	Unisex	Swan
Chevrolet	Unisex	A place where goats are raised

Infographic: Beautiful French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With C

French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With C are meaningful and pleasing to the ear. The following infographic introduces you to several French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With C along with their meanings, making it easier to find one that aligns with your preferences. Explore the options to choose your favorite, and share this list with fellow parents to help them in their name search.

French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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