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Gloire
♂ Boy
Pronounced GLWAHR /ˈɡlwɑːr/Medium
Meaning: The French word gloire, 'glory' — often used as a Christian praise-name in Francophone Africa. A one-beat virtue name, noted honestly.Low
In 30 seconds: A French virtue name: Gloire means 'glory' (said 'GLWAHR'). Bright and praise-filled.
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Origin MediumFrench
MeaningThe French word gloire, 'glory' — often used as a Christian praise-name in Francophone Africa. A one-beat virtue name, noted honestly.
History & Origin
As a boy's name Gloire is the French for 'glory', frequently used as a praise-name in Francophone African communities. A vivid virtue name, rare in the U.S. (said 'GLWAHR').
It appears rarely in the U.S., familiar in Francophone Africa. Rare here, bright, and praise-filled.
Did you know? Gloire is the French word for 'glory' — often given as a Christian praise-name in Francophone Africa — a bright, meaning-rich name in a single beat (said 'GLWAHR').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Gloire — French 'glory'; praise-name in Francophone Africa
Variations
GloriaGloirGlwar
Nicknames
GloGlory
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What does the name Gloire mean?
Gloire is the French word for 'glory,' often a Christian praise-name in Francophone Africa.
How do you pronounce Gloire?
It's said GLWAHR /ɡlwɑːr/ — one syllable.
Is Gloire a boy or girl name?
Gloire is used here as a boy's name; it is also used for girls.
How popular is Gloire?
Gloire is a rare name in the U.S.