Chartreuse
Origin:French
Meaning:A liqueur made by Carthusian monks; A greenish-yellow color
One you're more likely to hear at the bar rather than the playground, Chartreuse has the potential to make waves as a gender-neutral baby name. Chartreuse is a green or yellow liqueur that gets its name from the Chartreuse Mountain Range in France. It's crafted from a secret recipe carefully guarded and passed down from Carthusian monks for centuries, and is famous for its bright yellow or green color. Made with 130 or so botanicals, it's no wonder Chartreuse is savored by lovers of complex flavors. Its hue is so eye-catching and distinct, the greenish-yellow color chartreuse gets its name from the French liqueur. As a given name, Chartreuse is totally unique yet somehow works, and will help your child leave a refined impression on the world.
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Online Etymology Dictionary, chartreuse(n.)
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Merriam-Webster Dictionary, chartreuse
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