Francois
Francois is a Christian boy name of Latin, via French origin, meaning “Frenchman; a Frank”.
| Meaning | Frenchman; a Frank |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via French |
| Pronunciation | frahn-SWAH |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Francois
François is the French form of Francis, from the Latin Franciscus, 'a Frank' or 'Frenchman'. It was the name of two kings of France, including François I, patron of Leonardo da Vinci. Saint Francis de Sales, a seventeenth-century bishop of Geneva, and Saint Francis Xavier also carried it. The writer François Rabelais and the president François Mitterrand are famous bearers.
Is Francois a Christian name?
François honours Saint Francis of Assisi and other saints of the same name, and is a traditional French Catholic name.
How popular is Francois?
Very popular in France in the mid-twentieth century; now less common for babies.
Gifts with the name Francois
- Francois name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Francois baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Francois
Names similar to Francois
More Christian boy names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francois mean?
Francois means 'Frenchman; a Frank'. It is of Latin, via French origin.
Is Francois a Christian name?
François honours Saint Francis of Assisi and other saints of the same name, and is a traditional French Catholic name.
How do you pronounce Francois?
Francois is pronounced frahn-SWAH.
Is Francois a boy or girl name?
Francois is usually a boy name.