Frania Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFRAH-nee-ah / ˈfrɑː.ni.əPolish; Hebrew
Meaning
Polish: free; Hebrew: a form of Frances
Historical & Cultural Background
Frania is a diminutive form of the name Frances, which has roots in both Polish and Hebrew cultures. In Polish, it is often associated with the meaning of freedom. The name Frances has been popular in various cultures, often linked to historical figures and saints. Frania may also reflect a trend of using diminutive forms of names in Slavic cultures.
Trend Summary
Frania is not widely used in the United States, making it a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Franka
- Francesca
International Variants
- Frances (English)
- Francesca (Italian)
- Franka (German)
Famous people named Frania
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Fictional characters named Frania
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frania was first seen in the United States in 1991. Frania has ranked as high as #1219 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Frania has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frania (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |