Meaning and history
Aimé is a French masculine name meaning “loved” or “beloved,” from the past participle of French aimer, “to love,” ultimately from Latin amare. It is the masculine counterpart of Aimée. The acute accent is part of the standard spelling and distinguishes pronunciation. The name has been borne by saints, writers, and artists. Notable bearers include French poet Aimé Césaire, a founder of the Négritude movement, and French painter Aimé Morot.
In 2025, 15 babies were recorded with the name Aimé, ranking #7,133 among girls.