Hortense Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hortense Name at a Glance

Name	Hortense
Meaning	French Variant of Hortensia, from the feminine form of the Roman clan name Hortensius.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Hortense Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hortense means “French Variant of Hortensia, from the feminine form of the Roman clan name Hortensius”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hortense Name Origin

Our database records Hortense under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hortense a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hortense is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hortense

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