Francisca
Meaning: Free woman, from France
Origin: Spanish/French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #996
Total births: 2,242
History: Spanish/Portuguese form of Francoise. Popular in France periodically.
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Every number here comes directly from France’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2021) | #2022 |
| Babies named Francisca in 2021 | 12 |
| Total recorded in France | 2,242 |
| Peak year | 1966 (68 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #266 |
| Years in records | 1900–2021 (122 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 501 spots |
Frequently asked about Francisca
What does the name Francisca mean?
Francisca means “Free woman, from France” from Spanish/French roots.
What is the origin of the name Francisca?
Francisca has Spanish/French origin. The traditional meaning is “Free woman, from France”.
How popular is Francisca in France?
Francisca ranked #2022 in France in 2021 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Francisca most popular?
Francisca peaked in 1966 with 68 babies registered that year in France.
Is Francisca a boy or girl name?
Francisca is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Franciscas in registered births are female.
Is the name Francisca rising or falling in popularity?
Francisca has fallen 501 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #1521 in 2016 to #2022 in 2021.
How long has Francisca been recorded in France?
Francisca appears in birth records in France across 122 years — from 1900 through 2021.