Cosette
Cosette is a girls' name of English origin meaning “little thing, victorious people.” Cosette was immortalized by Victor Hugo in Les Miserables as the name of the orphaned girl raised by Jean Valjean.
how do you pronounce Cosette?
koh-ZET
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what does Cosette mean?
The name Cosette means “little thing, victorious people.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Cosette was immortalized by Victor Hugo in Les Miserables as the name of the orphaned girl raised by Jean Valjean. Though Hugo likely derived it from the French 'chosette' (little thing), the name has transcended its humble meaning to embody resilience, grace, and the triumph of goodness over hardship.
who are famous people named Cosette?
- Cosette (central character in Victor Hugo's Les Miserables)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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