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Capucine
from the hood of Capuchin friars
Origin
ItalianFrench
Used in
fr
Origin and meaning of Capucine
Capucine comes from Old French capuchon, referring to the hood of the Capuchin friars' habit, and is also the French name for the brightly colored flower known in English as nasturtium. In France it is a beloved floral name that has held a steady place in INSEE records since the 2000s. It charms parents with its natural freshness and the soft sound typical of botanical names.
Variants around the world
How Capucine sounds in other languages.
Capuchine
Famous people
- Capucine (attrice francese)— actress
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