French
French is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
From France or a Frenchman.
Origin and history
French originated as an English ethnic surname denoting someone from France or a Norman. It was used occasionally as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States. Today, it is extremely rare as a first name for newborn boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,119 babies in the United States have been named French since 1880. It ranks #3573 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- WV (68.5 %)
- VA (18.7 %)
- KY (10.8 %)
- AL (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 35 |
| 1890-1900 | 81 |
| 1900-1910 | 36 |
| 1910-1920 | 177 |
| 1920-1930 | 247 |
| 1930-1940 | 168 |
| 1940-1950 | 141 |
| 1950-1960 | 94 |
| 1960-1970 | 75 |
| 1970-1980 | 46 |
| 1980-1990 | 12 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- French reflects the historical tradition of using notable family surnames as given names in English-speaking countries.