Alderney late 300s, at above the island's only natural harbour. The etymology of the island's name is obscure. It is known in Latin as "Riduna" but as with the names of all the Channel Islands in the Roman period there is a degree of confusion. "Riduna" may be the original name of Tatihou, while Alderney is conjectured to be identified with "Sarnia". "Alderney"/"Aurigny" is variously supposed to be a Germanic or Celtic name. It may be a corruption of "Adreni" or "Alrene", which is probably derived from an Old Norse word meaning "island near the coast". Alternatively it may derive from
French Island (Victoria) accommodates two standard size cars or a larger truck. Tourists are always welcome. All supplies to the island come by the French Island Barge, which runs every day of the year, depending on tide and appointments. French Island has a few notable landforms, including: Watercourses on the island include: There are no towns on the island. At the 2016 census, the French Island population consisted of: 119 People - Male 53%. Female 47% - Median age:56 . The island has a Primary School, on The Centre Way. In 2003 ten students were enrolled at the Perseverance Primary School. In 2009