Francis, Frances

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Origin: Latin

Meaning: derived from Late Latin Franciscus meaning "Frenchman" which is derived from the name of a Germanic tribe known as the Franks, either meaning "free" or "free man", or the name could be derived from a type of spear they used.

Francis is the typical masculine spelling while Frances is usually used for women.

Nicknames: Frank, Frankie/Franky, Fran, Francie, Cissy/Sissy


Feminine forms:

• Francine 
• Françoise (French)
• Francesca (Italian, Catalan)

Male forms:

• François (French)
• Francesco (Italian)
• Franciscus (Latin)