Free man or from France
Fany is a diminutive form of Frances or Stephanie. As a variant of Frances, it shares the meaning 'free man' or 'Frenchman,' while as a variant of Stephanie, it relates to a 'crown' or 'garland.' It is most commonly used in Spanish-speaking and French-speaking cultures as a standalone given name.
Less common today
Fany isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,175 in 1993.
Famous Mexican actress and producer
Pastry chef and cookbook author
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
