Francesco
Francesco is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Frenchman; a Frank”.
| Meaning | Frenchman; a Frank |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | frahn-CHES-koh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Francesco
Francesco comes from the Latin Franciscus, 'a Frank' or 'Frenchman'. The Franks were a Germanic people whose name later came to suggest 'free'. Saint Francis of Assisi was baptised Giovanni, but his father, a cloth merchant who traded with France, called him Francesco, and the saint's fame made it one of the most popular names in Europe. Pope Francis chose his name in honour of the saint.
Is Francesco a Christian name?
Francesco honours Saint Francis of Assisi, patron of Italy and of animals, and is one of the most common Catholic names in Italy.
How popular is Francesco?
Consistently one of the most popular boys' names in Italy.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francesco mean?
Francesco means 'Frenchman; a Frank'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Francesco a Christian name?
Francesco honours Saint Francis of Assisi, patron of Italy and of animals, and is one of the most common Catholic names in Italy.
How do you pronounce Francesco?
Francesco is pronounced frahn-CHES-koh.
Is Francesco a boy or girl name?
Francesco is usually a boy name.