Frances
Frances is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Italian and French origin, meaning “Free one; from France”.
| Meaning | Free one; from France |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian and French |
| Pronunciation | FRAN-sis |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Ireland |
Meaning and origin of Frances
Frances is the feminine form of Francis, from the Latin Franciscus, 'Frenchman'. It became popular through Saint Francis of Assisi, whose name honoured France. Saint Frances of Rome was a fifteenth-century mystic. Notable bearers include the actor Frances McDormand.
Is Frances a Christian name?
Frances is a Christian name through Saint Frances of Rome and Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American citizen to be canonised.
How popular is Frances?
A classic name, now seeing a vintage revival.
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Spellings and variants of Frances
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Frances mean?
Frances means 'Free one; from France'. It is of Latin, via Italian and French origin.
Is Frances a Christian name?
Frances is a Christian name through Saint Frances of Rome and Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American citizen to be canonised.
How do you pronounce Frances?
Frances is pronounced FRAN-sis.
Is Frances a boy or girl name?
Frances is usually a girl name.