Frances
FRAN-sis
Popularity
#379
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Latin
Total Births
599,746
Peak Year
#16,228 in 1918
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Frances is of Latin origin, the feminine form of Franciscus, meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free man'. It is a timeless classic.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Frances McDormand
American actress with multiple Academy Awards.
Frances Hodgson Burnett
English-American novelist and playwright.
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