Franca name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old High German, Latin, Italian and Germanic
Usage: English, Italian, Czech, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and Finnish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Franca f-ran-ca
Meaning: Of the Franks, Free Condition and Little Frenchman / Franke
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What does Franca mean?

Rare unisex name Franca is of Old High German, Latin, Italian and Germanic origin, Franca means "Of the Franks, Free Condition or Little Frenchman / Franke" is used majorly in English, Czech, Danish, Italian, Finnish, Swedish and Norwegian languages.

Franca is feminine version of Franco. Franco is a variation of cherished and ever lasting Frank. Franco is form of Francesco in Italian language. Origin of Unorthodox Franco is in Italian and Old High German, meaning of Franco is "Free Condition and Of the Franks".

Franca is feminine form of Francesco. Francesco is variant form of pious and durable Francis. Francesco is resulted from François. Francesco is Italian form of Franciscus. Also Francesco is Italian form of Franko: Italian Francesco = Frenchman.

Origin of Odd Francesco is in Latin and Italian, meaning of Francesco is "Little Frenchwoman and Free Condition". Also Franca is Italian and Czech form of Frances. Also Franca is Italian form of Franka..

Franca is celebrated on March 9 or April 25.

How do I pronounce Franca?

Two syllabled Franca is most commonly pronounced as f-ran-ca. The name can also be pronounced as fr(a)-nca or fran-kuh.

Variants of Franca

Françoise, Frances, Franka, Franco, Francisca, Frankline, Fan, Fanchette, Franci, Franceen, Frank, Francesco, Francey, Francia, Ferenc, Paco, Franklyn, Francis, Franklin, Franciscus

How popular is the name Franca?

Franca is a familiar baby name in France, it had been in use since 1923 and was last seen in 2008, during its 53 years of usage, it was able to reach the top 400 names.

In 1964, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 351 on girl names chart when 59 babies were given the name Franca. Over 877 people have been named Franca in France.

Franca is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 32 years of usage and 364 bearers, the name could just made to the top 2703 names in 1967 before vanishing in 2002.

Over 364 people have been named Franca in United States. In Switzerland, it has been in use since 1998 but could not make beyond the top 500. Over 185 babies in Switzerland have been named Franca.

However things change on global perspective, Franca is extremely popular in Italy where every 1 in 400 have the name. Also the baby name is popular in Nigeria. As per our findings, over 270000 babies have been bestowed Franca around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2021151655
2019155015
2002154285
1992133145
1990129585
1986109085
1983102725
198168019
198090946
1979618810
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Franca in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands07304221
Sweden025231
Norway0259
Denmark00210

What numerology tells about Franca?

You want to shout it out to the world that not everyone has to think or behave the same. You can't stand injustice. Make sure you invest your energy, time and love in the right place. Otherwise, you risk ending up disappointed and alone. You lack motivation and courage to take an action. So what if you fail? Our advice to you "Fake it until you make it." You love people with an attitude but open to discussion and hearing new opinions.

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  •  Olia - The odd and ever lasting girl name Olia means "Olive Tree and The Olive". It is rooted from Latin and Old Norse is particulary used in English and Danish. Olia is a derivative of Olivia.

Middle names for Franca

Possible options for a child named Franca include these familiar and endearing middle names:

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Sibling Names for Franca

If you're looking for the perfect sibling name for your little one named Franca, look no further! We have compiled a list of unique and wonderful options that pair perfectly with Franca. Whether you're having your second or fifth child, finding a name that complements your existing family can be tricky, but we've got some great suggestions to help inspire you.

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Famous people named Franca

  • Franca Arena, Australian politician and activist
  • Franca Rame, Italian theatre actress
  • Franca Sozzani, Italian journalist and the editor-in-chief of 'Vogue Italia'
  • Franca Fiacconi, marathon runner from Italy
  • Franca Valeri, Italian actress
  • Franca Stoppi in Buio Omega as Actress
  • Franca Marzi in Le notti di Cabiria as Actress
  • Franca Gonella in Diabolicamente... Letizia as Actress
  • Franca Bettoia in The Last Man on Earth as Actress
  • Franca Maï in Fascination as Actress
  • Franca Falcucci was an Italian politician who was a member of the Christian Democracy.
  • Franca Abategiovanni acted in movie Veleni
  • In 1958, Franca Bellj played the role of Rosa Bell, a dramatic singer in comedy, musical movie Teatro Umberto.
  • Franca Boni played critical character of Jou-Jou in 1961 drama film Piel de verano.
  • Franca Cattaneo, from 1962 comedy flick Il medico delle donne, who characterized N.
  • In 1983 mystery movie, Illusione, Franca Maria De Monti played Sissy Dollar.
  • Franca Gandolfi played main character of Luisa in 1953 crime and drama flick Cronaca di un delitto.
  • Franca Mannetti portrayed the main character of N in 1971 comedy flick Lo voglio maschio.
  • In 1966 action and adventure movie, A.D.3 operazione squalo bianco, Franca Polesello played Clara Polesello and Terry.
  • In 1949 film, Vento d'Africa, Franca May played N.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  4. Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html
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