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France Dog Names

Updated: May 18, 2024

Welcome to a curated collection of monikers inspired by the rich culture, history, and romance of the enchanting country known for its love affair with dogs - France. As a country recognized for its art, fashion, food, and literature, it offers a plethora of unique and elegant names for your beloved canine companion. This page is specially designed to help you find that perfect French name for your dog, whether you're looking for something sophisticated, charming, or simply a nod to your favorite French delicacy.

Immerse yourself in the charm of these French-inspired dog names, each carrying a distinct vibe and a touch of European elegance. From names inspired by French landmarks to those taken from the pages of French literature, and even some borrowed from French cuisine, there's something here for every dog, big or small, male or female. Let your dog's personality, appearance, or breed guide you as you browse through these suggested names, and make your choice as unique and special as your furry friend.

Name Reason to Choose
Abricot Abricot is the French word for apricot
Aix A city in the Provence region of France
Amitie It translates to 'friendship' in French
Amour Amour means love in French, a good name for a beloved pet
Ananas Ananas is the French word for pineapple
Arles A city in France known for its Roman ruins
Automne Automne is the French word for autumn
Avignon A city in southeastern France known for its Papal history
Baguette Baguette is a type of French bread
Balzac Named after the French novelist and playwright
Bastille A historical fortress and prison in Paris
Beau Beau means handsome in French
Belle Belle means beautiful in French
Beret This hat is a typical symbol of France
Bijou Bijou is a French word meaning jewel, often used to denote something small and precious
Bijoux The term means 'jewel' in French, great for a valuable pet
Bisou Bisou means kiss in French
Bisous The French word for kisses
Bizet Inspired by the French composer, Georges Bizet
Blanche Blanche means white in French, suitable for a white dog
Bleu The French word for blue
Bonbon Bonbon is the French word for candy
Bonheur In French, it translates to 'happiness'
Bordeaux A region in France known for its wine
Boulanger Boulanger is the French word for baker
Bretagne A region in France known for its coastline
Brie Another French cheese
Brioche Sweet pastry from France, perfect for a sweet-natured dog
Brulee Named after a popular French dessert 'Crème brûlée'
Café Café is the French word for coffee
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French Literature Dog Names

France has produced many famous authors and characters in literature. These names can make cultured and intellectual dog names.
Name Description
Apollinaire Inspired by Guillaume Apollinaire, a French poet and writer
Balzac Honoring Honoré de Balzac, a key figure in French literature
Baudelaire Charles Baudelaire, a significant French poet, is the inspiration
Beckett Named after Samuel Beckett, a Nobel laureate known for his work in French literature
Camus In reference to Albert Camus, a French philosopher and author
Colette Colette, a renowned French author, is the namesake
Descartes René Descartes, a French philosopher and writer, is the namesake
Dumas In honor of Alexandre Dumas, a famous French author
Flaubert Named after the famous French novelist Gustave Flaubert
Gide André Gide, a French author and Nobel laureate, is the inspiration
Hugo After Victor Hugo, the renowned French writer
Mallarmé In tribute to Stéphane Mallarmé, a French symbolist poet
Maupassant From Guy de Maupassant, a prominent French writer
Molière Honoring the French playwright and actor Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière
Montaigne Named after Michel de Montaigne, a significant figure in French Renaissance literature
Proust Taken from Marcel Proust, a major French author
Rabelais From François Rabelais, a major writer of the French Renaissance
Racine From Jean Racine, a French dramatist, one of the three great playwrights of 17th-century France
Rimbaud Inspired by the French poet Arthur Rimbaud
Rousseau Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a French philosopher and writer, is the inspiration
Sartre Named after Jean-Paul Sartre, a French philosopher and writer
Stendhal Honoring the 19th-century French writer known as Stendhal
Verne Jules Verne, a pioneer of the science fiction genre, is the namesake
Voltaire In tribute to the Enlightenment writer and philosopher
Zola Emile Zola's influence on French literature cannot be overstated
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French Fashion Dog Names

France, especially Paris, is known as the fashion capital of the world. Fashion terms or designer names can make stylish and sophisticated dog names.
Name Description
Balmain Named after the famous French fashion house, Balmain
Beaute French for 'beauty', a key element in fashion
Celine Named after the French luxury brand, Celine
Chanel Inspired by the iconic French fashion house, Chanel
Chic A nod to the stylish and elegant French fashion
Coco A tribute to Coco Chanel, a legendary French fashion designer
Couture A direct reference to the high-end fashion creation process
Dior Comes from Christian Dior, a renowned French fashion designer
Gaultier Coming from Jean Paul Gaultier, a famous French fashion designer
Givenchy A nod to the prestigious French fashion label, Givenchy
Hermes A reference to the luxury French brand, Hermes
Kenzo Named after the French fashion house, Kenzo
Lacroix Inspired by the French designer, Christian Lacroix
Lanvin From the French high fashion house, Lanvin
Louboutin Named after Christian Louboutin, a renowned French footwear designer
Louis Inspired by the French fashion brand Louis Vuitton
Mannequin After the French word for a fashion model
Mode French for 'fashion', a straightforward choice for fashion lovers
Monet Named after the French painter, reflecting the artistic side of fashion
Rouge French for 'red', a popular color in fashion
Silhouette Inspired by the term used for an outline of a person's body in fashion
Versailles A reference to the royal palace, symbolizing elegance and grandeur
Vogue Representative of style and fashion
Vuitton A tribute to the French fashion house, Louis Vuitton
Yves From Yves Saint Laurent, a famous French fashion label
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French Wine Dog Names

France is famous for its wineries and vineyards. Naming a dog after a French wine can be classy and unique.
Name Description
Alsace A wine region known for its white wines, perfect for a light, playful dog
Armagnac A type of brandy from the Armagnac region, great for a dog with a strong, assertive personality
Beaujolais A light, fruity wine for a lively and playful pup
Bordeaux A robust, full-bodied red wine from the Bordeaux region
Burgundy A rich, complex wine from the Burgundy region, suitable for a sophisticated dog
Cabernet A full-bodied, assertive wine, suitable for a strong, confident dog
Chablis A dry, light wine, perfect for a light-hearted, easy-going dog
Champagne Bubbles in this wine make it a lively and playful name for a dog
Chardonnay A popular white wine, great for a classy canine
Cognac A type of brandy from the Cognac region, suitable for a dog with a warm, comforting personality
Cotes A term used in many French wine names, great for a dog with a love for adventure
Gamay A light-bodied red wine, perfect for a light-hearted, playful dog
Grenache A sweet, spicy wine, perfect for a dog with a sweet yet spicy personality
Merlot A smooth, easy-going red wine, perfect for a calm, friendly dog
Muscadet A light, dry wine, suitable for a light-hearted, easy-going dog
Pinot A versatile, popular wine, perfect for a dog with a versatile personality
Pomerol A prestigious red wine, suitable for a prestigious, classy dog
Prosecco A sparkling wine, great for a lively, bubbly dog
Rhone A wine from the Rhone region, appropriate for a robust, strong dog
Riesling A sweet, aromatic wine, perfect for a sweet, lovable dog
Sancerre An elegant, crisp wine, perfect for a refined dog
Sauternes A sweet, golden wine, ideal for a sweet-natured, golden-haired dog
Savignon A dry, crisp wine, great for a dog with a dry sense of humor
Syrah A bold, spicy wine, great for a dog with a bold personality
Viognier A full-bodied white wine, suitable for a dog with a full-bodied personality
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French City Dog Names

Naming your dog after a French city can be a great nod to French culture and the places you love or aspire to visit.
Name Description
Amiens This name is inspired by a city in Northern France
Besancon This name is derived from a city in Eastern France
Bordeaux This is chosen after the famous wine region in France
Caen Inspired by the city located in Normandy, Northern France
Cannes This name is chosen after the city famous for its annual film festival
Dijon A name after a city in Eastern France, known for its mustard
Lille This name is after a city in Northern France
Limoges A name after a city known for its decorated porcelain
Lyon This name is chosen after the third largest city in France
Marseille This name is inspired by one of the oldest and second largest city in France
Metz This name is after a city located in Northeast France
Montpellier A name after the city in Southern France
Nantes Derived from a city located on the Loire River in Western France
Nice Named after the beautiful coastal city in the French Riviera
Nimes Derived from a city in the Occitanie region of Southern France
Orleans Inspired by the city south of Paris, known for its art and history
Paris This is after the capital city of France
Perpignan This is a dog name from the city located in the South of France
Reims This name is from the city in Northeastern France
Rennes Inspired by the capital of the Brittany region in France
Rouen This name is chosen from a city on the River Seine in the north of France
Strasbourg This name is inspired from a city in France near the German border
Toulouse This is a dog name from the city of Toulouse in France
Tours Chosen from a city in the centre-west of France
Troyes This name is chosen after a city in the Champagne region of Northern France
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French Food Dog Names

French cuisine is globally renowned and the names of dishes or ingredients can make unique and cultured dog names.
Name Description
Baguette For a long and slender dog, a name inspired by the popular French bread
Bisque A name taken from the French seafood soup, perfect for a water-loving breed
Bordeaux Another wine-inspired name, perfect for a dark, strong breed
Brie Perfect for a soft and gentle pup, named after the famous French cheese
Burgundy A name taken from the famous French wine region, ideal for a deep red breed
Champagne For a bubbly and lively pup, a name inspired by the famous French drink
Coq Inspired by the classic French dish Coq au Vin
Creme For a creamy-coated breed, a name inspired by the French cream
Crepes Inspired by the thin French pancake, perfect for a thin and agile breed
Croissant For a golden, flaky-coated breed, a name inspired by the popular French pastry
Eclair Inspired by the French pastry, ideal for a fast and energetic pup
Ganache A name taken from the French chocolate filling, ideal for a dark and sweet breed
Gruyere A name inspired by the popular French cheese, perfect for a strong and hearty breed
Macaron A name taken from the colorful French cookie, perfect for a small and sweet pup
Madeleine For a sweet and delicate pup, a name inspired by the French cake
Meringue Inspired by the light French dessert, perfect for a white fluffy breed
Mousse Inspired by the light and airy French dessert, perfect for a fluffy breed
Pate A name taken from the French meat paste, ideal for a strong and muscular breed
Profiterole Inspired by the French pastry, perfect for a small and round breed
Quiche A name taken from the French savory pie, ideal for a robust and hearty breed
Ratatouille A name inspired by the popular French vegetable dish, perfect for a mixed breed
Rouge A French wine inspired name, ideal for a red breed
Sorbet For a cool and refreshing pup, a name inspired by the French dessert
Souffle Inspired by the light French dish, perfect for a gentle and delicate breed
Truffle A name taken from the precious French mushroom, perfect for a rare and precious pup
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