Franco
FRAHN-koh
Popularity
#742
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Italian
Total Births
8,758
Peak Year
#353 in 2016
First Recorded
1923
Style
Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Franco is an Italian name derived from the Germanic word 'frank', referring to the Frankish people. It means 'Frenchman' or 'free man'.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Franco Nero
Italian actor known for spaghetti westerns
Franco Harris
American football player
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