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French names starting with L include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to French heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes French-origin names so enduring.

French names starting with L — quick facts

  • 47 French names begin with the letter L
  • 27 girl names, 18 boy names
  • French names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

French Girl Names Starting With L

27 girl names

#538
French
A diminutive form of the name Lisette, itself derived from Elizabeth meaning 'God is my oath'.
#574
French
Shining light
#636
French
Beautiful Flower
#671
French
laurel, sweet bay tree
#882
French
the moon
#895
French
light
#897
French
dedicated to God
#915
French
of France
#1043
French
laurel tree; sweet bay tree
#1176
French
The black one
#1261
French
An extension of Léonie, which derives from 'leo' meaning 'lion', thus suggesting 'lioness' or 'brave'.
#1297
French
The light
#1307
French
Light
#1519
French
the youthful one
#1575
French
pledged to God
#1730
French
laurel
#1837
French
Little sunrise
#1855
French
the joy or happiness
#1888
French
beautiful
#2037
French↑ Rising
famous warrior
#5067
French
Land ruler.
#7112
French
Crowned with laurel
#9358
French↑ Rising
Little Moon
French↑ Rising
lily; pure, innocent
French
light
French
God is my oath
French↑ Rising
a small lily

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French Boy Names Starting With L

18 boy names

#518
French
From the hall
#610
French↑ Rising
famed warrior
#784
French
The king.
#818
French
Land; Territory
#919
French
laurel
#1030
French
One who is honored with a laurel.
#1105
French
Island (from 'île')
#1221
French
The one who is soft and gentle
#1395
French
The voice
#1535
French
from the region of Maine.
#1545
French
a name derived from 'la mer', meaning 'the sea'
#1580
French
Meaning 'the baron', often associated with nobility.
#1648
French
Lion man; Lion-like
#1662
French
Free man
#1969
French
The baron
#3759
French↑ Rising
The king.; Variant spelling of 'LeRoy'.
#8634
French↑ Rising
land (of) the lot
#9408
French
of the wetland; a surname derived from a place name.

French Unisex Names Starting With L

2 gender-neutral names

#1209
French
Derived from the word 'loi', meaning 'law', suggesting someone who embodies justice.
#1753
French↑ Rising
Derived from 'laine', meaning 'wool'.