The nameNarcisse

Narcisse is the French form of Narcissus, a boy's name of Greek origin linked to a famous figure of mythology. It was mostly given in France in the early 20th century.

Meaning

Narcisse comes from the Greek Narkissos, the young man of myth who fell in love with his own reflection and gave his name to the flower.

Origin

Greek.

History

The name was mostly given in France in the first years of the 20th century, then became rare.

Popularity of the name Narcisse

Narcisse in France

1908peak year (120 births)
3,850babies named Narcisse in France since 1900
060120 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Narcisse was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 1,035 births over the decade, 27% of all recorded babies named Narcisse. Half of all babies named Narcisse in France were born before 1922, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Narcisse mean?

Narcisse comes from the Greek Narkissos, the young man of myth who fell in love with his own reflection and gave his name to the flower.

What is the origin of the name Narcisse?

Greek.

Is Narcisse a girl's or a boy's name?

Narcisse is a boy's name.