Franco
Italian variation of Francis
"Frenchman or free man"Franco Origin and Meaning
The name Franco is a boy's name of Italian origin meaning "Frenchman or free man".
A classic Italian name still heard in the Italian-American community. Once tainted by the association with the Spanish dictator, it's now more likely to call up actor James Franco.
The bright o ending and the popularity of Pope Francis could increase the appeal of this name.
The bright o ending and the popularity of Pope Francis could increase the appeal of this name.
# 848 in the US
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Famous People Named Franco
- Franco Harrisformer American football player
- Franco NeroItalian actor, husband of Vanessa Redgrave
- James FrancoAmerican actor
- Dave FrancoAmerican actor
- Francisco FrancoSpanish dictator
- Franco Modiglianiwinner of the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics
Franco in Pop Culture
- FrancoJames Franco's character on General Hospital