From France or free man
The feminine form of Franciscus, originally meaning 'the Frenchman.' Over time, the name became associated with the Germanic word for 'free,' representing independence and liberty. It has a long history of use in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures.
Brazilian actress and model
Chilean-American singer and songwriter
Colonial nun and mystic writer
Paralympic gold medalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
