Francesca
Francesca is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Free one; from France”.
| Meaning | Free one; from France |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | fran-CHES-kə |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Francesca
Francesca is the Italian feminine form of Francesco, from Latin Franciscus, 'Frenchman'. Saint Francis of Assisi gave the name its religious popularity. Francesca da Rimini, the tragic lover in Dante's Inferno, is a famous literary figure. It is popular in Italy and among Italian families worldwide.
Is Francesca a Christian name?
Francesca honours Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Frances of Rome. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How popular is Francesca?
A classic name in Italy, also used in English-speaking countries.
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Spellings and variants of Francesca
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francesca mean?
Francesca means 'Free one; from France'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Francesca a Christian name?
Francesca honours Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Frances of Rome. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Francesca?
Francesca is pronounced fran-CHES-kə.
Is Francesca a boy or girl name?
Francesca is usually a girl name.