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Francesco
Free man, of the Franks
Origin
Italian
Used in
it
Name day
Celebrated on October 4
Popularity
#2 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Francesco
Francesco comes from the medieval Latin Franciscus, “the Frenchman”, a member of the Frankish people. It was the nickname of Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone — Saint Francis of Assisi, patron of Italy — which drove the name's extraordinary spread. It remains among the very top Italian boys' names, a symbol of humility, peace and roots.
Variants around the world
How Francesco sounds in other languages.
FrancisFrançoisFranciscoFranz
Famous people
- Papa Francesco— pope
- Francesco Totti— footballer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francesco mean?
The name Francesco means Free man, of the Franks.
What is the origin of the name Francesco?
Origin of Francesco: Italian.
When is Francesco's name day?
Francesco's name day is celebrated on October 4.
What are the international variants of the name Francesco?
International variants of Francesco: Francis, François, Francisco, and Franz.