Francene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Francene is a name of French origin meaning 'free woman.' It evolved from Franc to Francine and finally to Francene. The name reflects characteristics of independence and strength. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it. Francene became more popular in the 20th century and is currently viewed as classic and elegant.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Francene"
Pronunciation
/frænˈsiːn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Francene is derived from the Old French name 'Franc,' which means 'free' or 'Frenchman.' It is a feminine diminutive form, suggesting a sense of endearment or affection.
Meaning
free woman
Language Evolution
Franc, Francine, Francene
Historical Usage
Francene gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a variation of Francine.
Variants & Derivatives
Francine, Frances, Frankie
Modern Popularity & Image
Francene is perceived as a classic yet unique name, often associated with elegance and strength.
Famous People
Francene Marie Morris, Francene G. Smith
📊 Francene Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Francene Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 76 peak births in 1950
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Francene"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Francene"
"Francene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4839th of 9107 | 57 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2087th of 9204 | 302 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1411th of 12526 | 1,030 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3717th of 19264 | 273 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13473rd of 27321 | 52 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Francene" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Francene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
80.59% 1254th/1556 |
- |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
65.69% 1463rd/2227 |
46.95% 1141st/2430 |
74.48% 2125th/2853 |
52.25% 1450th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Francene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Francene" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Francene" in the United States
The name Francene is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Francene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Francene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4839th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2087th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1411th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3717th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13473rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Francene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.