Frenchman or free man
The Italian form of the Latin name Franciscus, it originally meant 'Frenchman'. It became widely popular due to the 13th-century Saint Francis of Assisi and has come to symbolize freedom and humility.
Less common today
Francesco isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #837 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Renaissance poet and scholar
World Cup-winning Italian footballer
Leading figure in Roman Baroque architecture
Professional golfer and Open Championship winner
Italian Formula Racer character · Cars 2
