#3142024 rank
2024peak year
34,319babies named Francesca since 1880
▲ +52%5-year trend
Francesca popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Francesca mean?
The Italian feminine form of Francis, from Late Latin Franciscus, 'a Frank', later understood to mean 'free'. Known from the tragic figure of Dante's Francesca da Rimini.
OriginItalian
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Francesca
Same era, same vibe — if you like Francesca, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Francescas
- Francesca Annis, actress
Spellings & variants
FrancesFrancisca
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