Francesca
Francesca first appears in US records in 1895. It peaked in 2025, when 984 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 984.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Francesca popular?
Near its peak Francesca is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 5,015 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,875 | |
| 2000s | 7,019 | |
| 1990s | 6,909 | |
| 1980s | 4,095 | |
| 1970s | 2,250 | |
| 1960s | 1,380 | |
| 1950s | 989 | |
| 1940s | 297 | |
| 1930s | 108 | |
| 1920s | 171 | |
| 1910s | 168 | |
| 1900s | 42 | |
| 1890s | 13 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Francesca mean?
Francesca means “free one” or “from France,” the feminine of Francesco.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francesca mean?
Francesca means Free one. Francesca means “free one” or “from France,” the feminine of Francesco.
What is the origin of the name Francesca?
Francesca is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Francesca?
Francesca is pronounced “fran-CHES-kah.”
Is Francesca a boy or a girl name?
Francesca is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Francesca a popular name right now?
Francesca is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Francesca?
In 2025, Francesca ranked #307 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Francesca most popular?
Francesca was most popular in 2025, when about 984 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Francesca?
Names similar to Francesca include Elisa, Alessia, Capri, Cara, Serena.
What names go well with Francesca?
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