This list covers 8 French boy names starting with X, ranging from “Xavier” to “Xoan.” Most of these names come from Basque, Occitan, or Galician roots, and French parents use them for sons who need a name that stands out while still carrying deep regional ties. They work well for birth records, naming lists, and anyone exploring France’s linguistic diversity.

French boy names are given names used for male children in France, and X names are some of the rarest in the language since so few French words start with that letter. Many, like “Xabier” and “Ximun,” come from the French Basque Country, where naming traditions differ sharply from the rest of the country. “Xavier” remains the standout example, popularized centuries ago by Saint Francis Xavier and still common today.

Below you’ll find the table with the name, pronunciation, meaning, and description for each entry.

Name: the given name itself, shown exactly as it’s spelled and used in official French records and everyday conversation.

Pronunciation: a simple phonetic guide showing you how to say each name out loud, so you don’t stumble over unfamiliar Basque or Occitan sounds.

Meaning: the original sense or translation behind the name, helping you understand what it symbolically represents to the families who choose it.

Description: background on where the name comes from, how common it is, and what makes it distinct within France’s naming traditions.

French boy names

Descriptions