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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27 French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Jasper	Boy	One who brings treasure; Treasurer
Julien	Boy	Jove's child; Youthful; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Jewel	Girl	Precious stone; Game; Generous lord
Justyce	Unisex	Judge; Officer of justice
Jan	Boy	God is gracious
Joie	Girl	Rejoicing; God is gracious; God will add
Junie	Girl	Young one; Young
Jentry	Unisex	Noble; Nobilit; Refinement; Aristocracy
Josselyn	Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe; Joyful
Jireh	Unisex	The Lord sees; The Lord will provide

Jewell	Girl	Precious stone; Game; Ornaments; Generous lord
Jewels	Unisex	Precious gems
Jacque	Boy	Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Judea	Boy	Praise; To be praised; Thanksgiving; Land of the Jews
Juneau	Boy	Young; Queen of heaven
Jarreau	Unisex	Spear
Jocelin	Girl	A member of the German tribe
Jamaris	Unisex	Beautiful pool
Jester	Unisex	Storyteller; A member of the household of a nobleman or a monarch employed to entertain guests
Jayd	Unisex	Precious green gemstone; Stone of the flank

Jadora	Unisex	I adore
Jil	Unisex	Downy-bearded; Young goat
Jade	Unisex	Precious green stone; Stone of the bowels
Jean	Unisex	God is gracious
Jonatha	Unisex	Communicative motivators
Jules	Unisex	Downy-bearded; Youth; Youthful
Jeandre	Unisex	Gracious and manly

Infographic: Popular French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J

When you choose a baby name for your bundle of joy, you want it to reflect a meaningful story while fitting their personality. The perfect name may sound elegant, connect to nature, or represent deep-seated traits your family values. Our infographic below contains a compilation of some French Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With J, perfect for your little one.

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

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