Fransisco Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Francisco originates from the Latin 'Franciscus', meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free man'. It has evolved through various languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. The name is closely linked to Saint Francis of Assisi, which has contributed to its positive traits and associations. It does not have a biblical background, but it gained popularity in the Middle Ages and remains prevalent today, evoking images of kindness and nature.
The name Fransisco is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Fransisco has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Fransisco' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2662nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2022nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1633rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1483rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1599th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2438th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6545th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fransisco' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fransisco"
Pronunciation
/frænˈsɪskoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Francisco is derived from the Latin name 'Franciscus', which means 'Frenchman' or 'free man'. It is associated with Saint Francis of Assisi, a prominent figure in Christianity known for his love for nature and animals.
Meaning
Frenchman, free man
Language Evolution
Franciscus (Latin), Francisco (Spanish/Portuguese), Francesco (Italian), François (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Francis of Assisi, and it has remained common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Francis, Francesco, François, Frank
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Francisco is a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries and is often associated with warmth, kindness, and a connection to nature, largely due to the legacy of Saint Francis.
Famous People
Francisco de Goya (Spanish painter), Francisco Franco (Spanish dictator), Francisco Lindor (Puerto Rican baseball player), Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fransisco"
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 "Fransisco"
"Fransisco" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2662nd of 7545 | 153 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2022nd of 6773 | 244 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1633rd of 7552 | 438 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1483rd of 10718 | 546 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1599th of 16616 | 780 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2438th of 24088 | 743 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6545th of 23106 | 152 |
Regional Popularity of "Fransisco" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
46.70% 1105th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
41.31% 972nd/2353 |
64.71% 1001st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
33.19% 947th/2853 |
33.95% 942nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
- |
33.46% 1177th/3518 |
17.48% 707th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
23.93% 1243rd/5194 |
15.01% 948th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
27.66% 2023rd/7313 |
21.81% 1628th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Fransisco" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Fransisco"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fransisco" 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.