Frenchman or free man
Francisco is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the Latin name Franciscus. It originally meant 'Frenchman', but it became widely associated with the concept of being a 'free man' through the legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi.
About 1,069 boys were named Francisco in 2025.
Renowned Spanish romantic painter and printmaker
All-Star MLB shortstop known as Mr. Smile
Spanish general who ruled over Spain as a dictator
Spanish conquistador who led the conquest of the Inca Empire
The primary antagonist and assassin · The Man with the Golden Gun
A central character and industrialist · Atlas Shrugged
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Francisco — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
