For example, if a child has “Antoine Michel Nicolas” on his birth certificate, then at home and at school he will simply be called Antoine (or rather, Tony or Titi). In everyday life, only one is usually used (the so-called ‘prénom usuel’ or “everyday name”). During the wars of conquest, new unusual names were “brought” into the country, which were called ‘newborns’.Īs in many Catholic countries, it is a custom in France to give children several names (initially to provide the child with as many patron saints as possible). Therefore, in France, borrowing proper names from neighboring cultures has been practiced since ancient times. This neighborhood has influenced the culture of the country, including the formation of names. There they are respectful of their history.įrance borders with Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Spain, Andorra. Numerous dialects add national flavor to the everyday life of the country. There are clearly traced links with the Roman Empire. France is a country with a long history and cultural heritage.
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