Francesco Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfran-CHEH-sko / /franˈtʃɛsko/Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: Frenchman; Latin: free man
Historical & Cultural Background
Francesco is a popular name in Italy, derived from the Latin name Franciscus. It gained prominence due to Saint Francis of Assisi, a revered figure in Christianity known for his commitment to poverty and nature. The name has been used by various popes, further solidifying its significance in religious contexts. Its popularity has spread beyond Italy, especially in countries with a strong Catholic influence.
Trend Summary
Francesco has seen a steady popularity in the United States, particularly among Italian-American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Francesco
- Franco
International Variants
- Frances (English)
- Francois (French)
- Francesco (Italian)
- Francesca (Italian)
Famous people named Francesco
Francesco Totti is a retired Italian footballer known for his long career with AS Roma.
Francesco Petrarca was an Italian poet and scholar, often called the father of Humanism.
Francesco Guccini is an Italian singer-songwriter recognized for his influential music and lyrics.
Francesco d'Assisi, also known as Saint Francis of Assisi, was an Italian Catholic friar and preacher.
Fictional characters named Francesco
Francesco is a character in the animated film 'Cars 2' as a race car representing Italy.
Francesco is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed' known for his role in the Renaissance.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Francesco was first seen in the United States in 1906. Francesco has ranked as high as #1217 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Francesco has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Francesco (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 39 | |
FL | 13 | |
PA | 12 | |
CA | 12 | |
MA | 10 | |
CT | 8 | |
IL | 6 | |
TX | 6 | |
VA | 6 | |
MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1906 | 6 |
1907 | 5 |
1908 | 13 |
1910 | 10 |
1911 | 9 |
1912 | 28 |
1913 | 36 |
1914 | 36 |
1915 | 36 |
1916 | 28 |
1917 | 39 |
1918 | 30 |
1919 | 34 |
1920 | 23 |
1921 | 30 |
1922 | 26 |
1923 | 22 |
1924 | 19 |
1925 | 15 |
1926 | 23 |
1927 | 12 |
1928 | 15 |
1929 | 17 |
1930 | 20 |
1931 | 16 |
1932 | 10 |
1933 | 6 |
1934 | 11 |
1935 | 9 |
1936 | 10 |
1937 | 8 |
1938 | 7 |
1939 | 9 |
1942 | 6 |
1943 | 5 |
1946 | 6 |
1947 | 15 |
1948 | 15 |
1949 | 19 |
1950 | 18 |
1951 | 13 |
1952 | 26 |
1953 | 35 |
1954 | 31 |
1955 | 31 |
1956 | 33 |
1957 | 39 |
1958 | 36 |
1959 | 20 |
1960 | 28 |
1961 | 33 |
1962 | 38 |
1963 | 43 |
1964 | 52 |
1965 | 53 |
1966 | 48 |
1967 | 62 |
1968 | 70 |
1969 | 75 |
1970 | 88 |
1971 | 80 |
1972 | 78 |
1973 | 102 |
1974 | 105 |
1975 | 119 |
1976 | 112 |
1977 | 102 |
1978 | 106 |
1979 | 105 |
1980 | 131 |
1981 | 108 |
1982 | 92 |
1983 | 91 |
1984 | 96 |
1985 | 108 |
1986 | 108 |
1987 | 113 |
1988 | 106 |
1989 | 111 |
1990 | 151 |
1991 | 140 |
1992 | 114 |
1993 | 136 |
1994 | 124 |
1995 | 139 |
1996 | 131 |
1997 | 118 |
1998 | 139 |
1999 | 145 |
2000 | 148 |
2001 | 139 |
2002 | 148 |
2003 | 142 |
2004 | 143 |
2005 | 161 |
2006 | 166 |
2007 | 153 |
2008 | 127 |
2009 | 151 |
2010 | 117 |
2011 | 138 |
2012 | 119 |
2013 | 121 |
2014 | 144 |
2015 | 131 |
2016 | 137 |
2017 | 120 |
2018 | 122 |
2019 | 107 |
2020 | 134 |
2021 | 130 |
2022 | 128 |
2023 | 147 |
2024 | 160 |