Breton baby names
Names tagged with “Breton” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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15 names
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- Maelys
Celtic
84From Breton origin, potentially derived from 'mae' (great) and 'lys' (court/palace), meaning 'great court' or associated with royalty
- Josselin
Celtic
84From Breton Josselin, possibly derived from a Germanic personal name or place name in Brittany, France.
- Armel
Celtic
74From Breton meaning 'friend' or 'companion', derived from Celtic roots suggesting noble friendship and alliance.
- Solenn
Celtic
62From Breton meaning 'solemn' or 'serious'. Associated with dignity and quiet strength in Celtic tradition.
- Herve
Celtic
42From Breton 'herv' meaning 'eminent' or 'illustrious', associated with strength and nobility in Celtic tradition.
- Ylan
Celtic
42From Breton origin, possibly related to 'land' or 'island'. A modern Celtic name with strong nature associations.
- Audren
Celtic
42From Breton roots meaning 'golden' or 'noble.' A rare Celtic name with aristocratic undertones and nature-connected heritage.
- Malo
Celtic
42From Breton saint name, possibly related to 'mail' meaning 'prince' or chief. Associated with Saint Malo, 6th-century monk and hermit.
- Yoann
French
42French form of Yohann, derived from Hebrew Yohanan meaning 'God is gracious.' Popular in Breton and French-speaking Celtic regions.
- Elouan
Celtic
42From Breton origin, possibly related to Celtic roots meaning 'light' or 'bright'. Associated with Breton Saint Elouan, a 6th-century hermit venerated in Brittany.
- Bret
Celtic
40From Old French meaning 'a Breton person', referencing the Celtic people of Brittany. Also associated with brightness and distinctiveness.
- Maelle
Celtic
40From Breton origins, likely a diminutive form meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' with possible connections to the rowan tree in Celtic tradition.
- Yann
Celtic
40From Breton meaning 'God is gracious', a Celtic form of Jean/John with strong roots in Brittany.
- Armelle
Celtic
10From Breton elements meaning 'arm' (strength) and 'honey', symbolizing sweetness and strength combined.
- Loic
Celtic
6From Breton 'Loïc', derived from 'Alaoicus' meaning 'famous warrior' or 'noble warrior'
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
