Name Day List: April - France

Explore the rich tradition of French name days with our April calendar. Discover the names celebrated each day and delve into their cultural and historical backgrounds. A fascinating look at French naming customs.

April's Celebrated French Names

April in France is marked by a series of celebrated name days, a tradition deeply rooted in the country’s history. The calendar spans the entire month, assigning specific names to each day, offering a personal celebration for those who share them. A variety of names are included, ranging from well-known choices like Julie and Georges to more unique selections like Clotaire and Zita. Interestingly, the name Valérie is the only one appearing twice, on April 1st and April 28th. The 16th of April is dedicated to Rameaux, a religious observance rather than a personal name. This tradition highlights the connection between naming practices and cultural or religious events. The April name day calendar offers a charming insight into French heritage and customs.

Country	Day	Month	Names
France	1	April	Hugues, Valéry
France	2	April	Sandrine
France	3	April	Richard
France	4	April	Isidore
France	5	April	Irène
France	6	April	Marcellin
France	7	April	Clotaire, Jean-Baptiste
France	8	April	Julie
France	9	April	Gautier
France	10	April	Fulbert
France	11	April	Stanislas
France	12	April	Jules
France	13	April	Ida
France	14	April	Ludivine, Maxime
France	15	April	César
France	16	April	Rameaux
France	17	April	Anicet
France	18	April	Parfait
France	19	April	Emma
France	20	April	Odette, Théotime
France	21	April	Anselme
France	22	April	Alexandre
France	23	April	Georges
France	24	April	Fidèle
France	25	April	Marc
France	26	April	Alida
France	27	April	Zita
France	28	April	Valérie
France	29	April	Catherine
France	30	April	Robert