French, derived from the French language and culture, is a unisex given name that has gained popularity worldwide. It is often used as a middle or first name, reflecting its versatile nature. Etymologically, it does not have a direct translation, but rather signifies 'of French origin' or 'relating to France.' The name French is typically associated with style, elegance, and sophistication, mirroring the essence of French culture.
These statistics show a fluctuating trend in the number of births with the name French over time. The peak years for this name were during World War I, particularly in 1915 with 31 births, and around the end of the war in 1918 with 29 births. After the war, the numbers dropped but remained consistently higher than at the start of the century until the late 1920s. From then on, there was a steady decline until the 1950s, with fewer than 15 births recorded in most years. The name French seems to have been more popular during times of conflict and in the early-to-mid 20th century.