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Rare names

Rare names have that special something that makes them unique. For girls or boys, they stand out right away and bring originality and personality to your baby's name.

Girls' names

Cosima

Dune

Solveig

Bonnie

Marceline

Séraphine

Ysée

Aloïs

Jana

Ivy

Maxine

Sixtine

Adélie

Eden

Esmée

Felipa

Iseult

Josépha

Olympe

Orphée

Boys' names

Philéas

Zéphir

Lazare

Vadim

Tancrède

Foulques

Jonas

Arthus

Auxence

Adonis

Barnabé

Calypso

Ezekiel

Loup

Orso

Paulin

Elior

Aris

Donatien

Priam

How to choose the right rare first name?

Find a rare first name that speaks to you

Are you looking for a rare first name for your child? Great choice! These names have that special something original that makes them unique and memorable. Some are poetic, others more modern or surprising. Take the time to say them out loud, imagine them in daily life, and let yourself be drawn to the ones that truly make you feel something.

A first name that matches the last name

A simple little tip: say the rare first name with the last name. Is it easy to pronounce and pleasant to the ear? A rare name deserves this check to make sure the combination works well in everyday life.

Ask for opinions from your loved ones

Talking about your ideas with those around you can open up new possibilities. Your friends, your family… or even your colleagues — sometimes an unexpected suggestion becomes a true favourite. And it can also confirm what you already love. 

Get inspired… and follow your instinct

You can go for a name that's already well known, or dare to choose something never heard before. Trust your instinct: the name that feels obvious will be the right one. Find more ideas in our name catalogue to inspire you.

Things your little ones say

« I've got a witch! » (itch)
- Jeanne, 3 years old

« I ate a Fort Boyard fondue » (Savoyard)
- Bénédicte, 6 years old

« Mum, is there a fairy in the galette?
(a charm) »
- Louis, 5 years old

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