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Gentle names
Gentle names have that little something that melts the heart. Whether for a girl or a boy, they breathe tenderness and bring a true delicacy to your baby's name.
Girls' names
Lison
Louison
Aimée
Adèle
Ninon
Albane
Salomé
Léonie
Ivy
Ella
Luna
Céleste
Victoire
Ava
Blanche
Eden
Lise
Emma
Jade
Cléophée
Boys' names
Eloi
Clément
Basile
Gabin
Côme
Arsène
Lubin
Eli
Adam
Liam
Elio
Noé
Pio
Mahé
Louison
Ange
Sacha
Mathis
Marceau
Roméo
How to choose the right gentle name?
Find a gentle name that speaks to you
Are you looking for a gentle name for your child? Perfect! These names often have a tender sound that breathes delicacy. Some are poetic, others simpler and warmer. Take the time to say them out loud, to test them in your everyday life, and let yourself be won over by the ones that make you smile or warm your heart.
A name that matches the last name
A simple tip: say the name with the last name. Is it easy to pronounce and pleasant to the ear? Even these more delicate names deserve to be checked so that the combination is harmonious in everyday life.
Ask the people close to you
Talking about your ideas with those around you can spark lots of new leads. Your friends, your family… or even your colleagues — sometimes an unexpected suggestion becomes a real favorite. And it can also confirm your preferences.
Get inspired… and follow your instinct
You can choose a classic or dare something original. What matters is trusting 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
"Oh look at the mommy-pink (flamingo)"
– Côme, 3 years old
"Where did you see that? In the lit-up drawings!"
– Capucine, 3 years old
"I don't like orange juice, there are too many octopuses in it" (pulp)
– Loïc, 4 years old
AUTHOR
Hello, moi c’est Capucine ! J’espère que cet article vous a plu. Passionnée par la rédaction et spécialisée dans les contenus autour de la petite enfance, je fais partie de l’équipe éditoriale de Petit Picotin. Au fil du blog, j’explore les questions du quotidien des familles pour vous partager conseils, idées et inspirations, en m’appuyant sur des recherches, des sources spécialisées et l’expertise de notre équipe.
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