French baby name revival

In France, the name Alizée, made famous in the early 2000s by singer Alizée and her song "Moi... Lolita," is seeing a renewed interest among parents choosing names for their newborn daughters.

Rise in name popularity

According to data from Insee and websites like Parents.fr, more than 200 baby girls were named Alizée in 2025, a significant increase compared to only a few dozen a decade earlier. This marks a real resurgence for the name.

Historical naming trends

Between 1900 and 1990, fewer than 376 babies in France were named Alizée or Alizé, placing it far from the top rankings. The name saw a surge in popularity during the 2000s, with more than 500 births per year and peaks around 1,200 between 2001 and 2003.

Current naming trends

However, the popularity declined afterward. The current return is considered measured but sufficient to place Alizée back on shortlists without being seen as a name that is "already everywhere."

Parental influence on naming

The resurgence is also attributed to the age of the parents. Those who grew up with singer Alizée, Alizé Cornet on tennis courts, or other media figures are now reaching maternity. They are seeking a familiar name that is not commonplace. Alizée fits this criterion: identifiable, loaded with memories, but significantly less common than names like Emma or Jade.