Fran name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Italian and Germanic
Usage: English and French
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Fran f-ran
Meaning: From France, Little Frenchwoman and Free Man
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What does Fran mean?

Darling Fran specifically is used in French and English is a gender-neutral name, meaning of Fran is "From France, Little Frenchman or Free Man" came from Germanic and Italian. Fran is English equivalent of Franci.

How do I pronounce Fran?

Two syllabled Fran is pronounced as f-ran.

Variants of Fran

Franci, Frances, Francey, Francia, Fan, Fanchette, Francisca, Franceen

Names that rhyme with Fran

How popular is the name Fran?

In United States, Fran was once a common name since emerging in 1912 it has been given to over 5336 babies. At the peak of its usage in 1960,. However after 121 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Also, Fran used to be a common name in Belgium, first appeared in 1995 and over 1491 babies have been given the name in 24 years. At its zenith in 2010,.

After 24 years, the name has past its prime.

Fran is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it may not be used now. But Fran is a popular baby name in Canada where every 1 in 4000 have the name as well as in, Australia and England.

According to our evaluation, over 110000 babies have been named Fran globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
201710760600
20169651700
201500164015
201212261500
200411351500
20037828800
200210666500
19989631500
19978109600
19969013500
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Fran in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands771920
Sweden14252
Norway14252
Denmark6010

Numerological aspects of Fran

You always watch not to hurt anyone's emotions. Lower your expectations in people and increase the expectations you have in yourself. You lack responsibility and commitment. Planning is what keeps your mind in shape. You have to enjoy your solitude more and hanging around less. You can live your dream life only if you put your mind to it. You need to communicate with people in order to expand your knowledge and widen your perspective.

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  •  Maceson means Son of Mace used for baby boys is of Old French and Old English origin
  •  Odilia - Odd girl name Odilia is mainly used in German and Norwegian has its origin in Germanic and Old High German, meaning of Odilia is "Possession or Wealth"
  •  Joice - Of Breton, Old French and English origin, Anomalous Joice is dominantly used in English and English, Joice means "Joyous" is used as a gender-neutral name
  •  Wally - Originated from Old French, Old High German and Germanic, Cherished Wally means "Welshman or Protection" which is notably used in English, Norwegian and English is used typically as a unisex name
  •  Rosamond - Customary and Evergreen unisex name Rosamond is used predominantly in French and English and originated from Germanic and Old High German, Rosamond means "Pure Rose or Variant of Rosamund"
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Sibling Names for Fran

If you're looking for inspiration for a sibling name to go with Fran, look no further than our list of options. From classic and timeless names to more unique and modern choices, there's sure to be something here that will perfectly complement your little one's moniker. Without further ado, check out our top picks for sibling names for Fran!

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Famous people named Fran

  • Fran Landesman, American lyricist and poet
  • Fran P. Mainella, 16th Director of the National Park Service of the United States and first woman to hold that position
  • Fran Rooney, Irish businessman
  • Fran Godfrey, former BBC Radio 2 newsreader
  • Fran Amos, American politician
  • Fran Bošnjaković, noted Croatian thermodynamicist considered to be one of the pioneers
  • Fran Ulmer, American administrator and Democratic politician
  • Fran Brill, American actress and puppeteer
  • Fran Tarkenton, former National Football League quarterback
  • Fran Drescher, American actress, comedian, writer and activist
  • Fran Walsh, New Zealand screenwriter
  • Fran Bailey, Australian former politician
  • Fran Cotton, former rugby union prop forward
  • Fran Cosgrave, Irish nightclub owner
  • Fran Warren, American popular singer
  • Fran Lebowitz, American author, public speaker
  • Fran Papasedero, Arena football player and coach
  • Fran Levstik, Slovene writer, political activist
  • Fran Healy, British musician
  • Fran Vázquez, Spanish professional basketball player
  • Fran Striker, American writer for radio and comics, best
  • Fran Healy, former Major League Baseball catcher best
  • Fran Krsto Frankopan, Croatian baroque poet
  • Fran Jeffries, American singer, dancer, actress, and model
  • Fran Ryan, American character actress featured
  • Fran Allison, American television and radio comedian
  • Fran Rubel Kuzui, American film director and producer
  • Fran Dunphy, American college basketball coach
  • Fran Sheehan, American rock musician best
  • Fran Flory, is head coach of the LSU Tigers women's indoor volleyball team and former head coach of the LSU Tigers women's beach volleyball team
  • Fran Curci, former American football player and coach
  • Fran Wilde, New Zealand politician
  • Fran, Spanish retired professional footballer
  • Fran Fraschilla, American basketball commentator and former college basketball coach
  • Fran Matera, American comic strip artist best
  • Fran Crippen, American long-distance swimmer
  • Fran Pavley, American politician
  • Fran Đivo Gundulić, member of an old noble family from Dubrovnik
  • Fran Cosmo, American musician best known as a former lead singer of the band Boston and Orion the Hunter
  • Fran O'Brien, American football offensive tackle
  • Fran McCaffery, American college basketball coach and the current men's basketball head coach at the University of Iowa
  • Fran Hitchcock, Irish soccer player during the 1980s and 1990s
  • Fran O'Hanlon, American college basketball coach and the current head men's basketball coach at Lafayette College
  • Fran Rogel, American football fullback for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL
  • Fran O'Brien, Irish soccer player during the 1970s and 1980s
  • Fran Huck, former professional ice hockey player
  • Fran Polsfoot, American football player and coach
  • Fran Saleški Finžgar, was perhaps the most popular Slovene folk writer
  • Fran Smith Jr., Fran Smith Jr
  • Fran Mérida, Spanish professional footballer
  • Fran Bennett, American actress

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. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
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