How can you honor Francis with a baby name?

To honor Francis, you could start with Frances (a feminine form), Francisco (Spanish) or Frankie (an affectionate form). Choose a name below to read its meaning and story.

You can also keep Francis as a first or middle name.

Feminine and masculine forms

Frances Feminine form

Francisca Spanish · Feminine form

Other forms and languages

Francisco Spanish

Franco Italian

Short and affectionate forms

Frankie Affectionate form

805 US registrations in 2025.

Francine French · Affectionate form

108 US registrations in 2025.

Fannie Affectionate form

46 US registrations in 2025.

Forms come from our verified name families and directly documented language links. Uncertain family links are left out. Follow a name for the full history.

Counts for these forms: US Social Security Administration, 2025. We add the published counts for girls and boys with the exact spelling. The source withholds counts below five.

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