Fleur
Meaning of Fleur
The name Fleur is a beautiful and elegant choice for a baby girl, rooted in French origin where it means "flower." Pronounced as FLUHR (/flœr/), this name evokes images of natural beauty and delicacy. The name Fleur is closely associated with its variation Flora, which also means flower in Latin and shares the same floral charm. Although not commonly used in the United States, Fleur has seen sporadic popularity over the decades, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 16 newborns per year since the early 20th century. Its unique yet simple elegance makes it a timeless choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while maintaining a classic appeal.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as FLUHR (/flœr/)
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Notable People Named Fleur
| Fleur East is an English singer-songwriter, rapper, and presenter who gained fame through her participation in The X Factor and later pursued a successful solo career. |
| Fleur Hassan-Nahoum is an Israeli politician, media expert, and policy maker who currently serves as Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem and was appointed as special envoy for innovation in 2023. |
| Fleur Adcock is a distinguished New Zealand poet and editor, known for her contributions to literature and her recognition with awards such as an OBE and Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit. |
| Fleur Beale - Fleur Una Maude Beale is a New Zealand teenage fiction writer, best known for her novel I Am Not Esther, which has been published worldwide. |
| Fleur Pellerin is a French businesswoman, former civil servant, and Socialist Party politician who served as a French government minister from 2012 to 2016. |
| Kathleen Fleur Anderson is a Labour Party Member of Parliament for Putney and currently serves as the Shadow Minister for Northern Ireland. |
| Fleur Chew is an Australian former representative rower who achieved seven national championships and won the world championship in 2005. |
| Fleur Alison Bennett is a British television actress recognized for her roles in Grace & Favour and Family Affairs. |
| Fleur Lewis is a British champion and British international swimmer. |
