Francisco
Francisco is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning “Frenchman; free one”.
| Meaning | Frenchman; free one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish and Portuguese |
| Pronunciation | frahn-SEES-koh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Francisco
Francisco comes from the medieval Latin 'Franciscus', meaning Frenchman or 'little Frank'. The Franks were a Germanic people whose name was later associated with 'free'. The name's spread is owed almost entirely to Saint Francis of Assisi, whose father reportedly nicknamed him Francesco. Classic Spanish pet forms are Paco, Pancho and Curro. Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, chose the name in 2013.
Is Francisco a Christian name?
Francisco honours Saint Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscans, and also Saint Francis Xavier, the Jesuit missionary to Asia.
How popular is Francisco?
One of the most widespread male names in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francisco mean?
Francisco means 'Frenchman; free one'. It is of Latin, via Spanish and Portuguese origin.
Is Francisco a Christian name?
Francisco honours Saint Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscans, and also Saint Francis Xavier, the Jesuit missionary to Asia.
How do you pronounce Francisco?
Francisco is pronounced frahn-SEES-koh.
Is Francisco a boy or girl name?
Francisco is usually a boy name.