🌍 FamilyNameOrigin.com — The World Encyclopedia of Baby Names

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Four Cultures, a Thousand Stories

Dive into the richness of names across four great naming traditions.

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French Names

Elegance and tradition — names that tell the story of France, from the Middle Ages to the present day.

Émilie Louis Camille Antoine Marguerite Théo
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Arabic Names

Poetry and spirituality — names carrying deep meanings, between faith and beauty.

Yasmine Omar Leila Karim Nour Amir
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African Names

Identity and heritage — names linked to days, clans, and the hopes of an entire continent.

Amara Kofi Ayo Fatou Kwame Zuri
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Asian Names

Nature and wisdom — names inspired by seasons, light, and ancestral virtues.

Sakura Wei Priya Hiroshi Mei Arjun

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Over 30 countries and their most popular names.

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