boy name · Italian origin
Francesco
/ fran-CHES-koh /
Meaning
Francesco means Free one (Italian).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
fran-CHES-koh
Popularity
#1329 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Francesco in the US, 1880–2025
Francesco first appears in US records in 1906. It peaked in 2006, when 166 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 145.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Francesco mean?
Francesco means “free one” or “Frenchman.” Saint Francis of Assisi bore it.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Francesco mean?
Francesco means Free one. Francesco means “free one” or “Frenchman.” Saint Francis of Assisi bore it.
What is the origin of the name Francesco?
Francesco is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Francesco?
Francesco is pronounced “fran-CHES-koh.”
Is Francesco a boy or a girl name?
Francesco is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Francesco?
In 2025, Francesco ranked #1329 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Francesco most popular?
Francesco was most popular in 2006, when about 166 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.