Francis
girl name#1684 in 2025Francis entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #206 in 1880, ranks #1684 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1684
rank today
#206
peak (1880)
122
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #237 |
| 1890s | #263 |
| 1900s | #275 |
| 1910s | #259 |
| 1920s | #267 |
| 1930s | #343 |
| 1940s | #441 |
| 1950s | #640 |
| 1960s | #853 |
| 1970s | #997 |
| 1980s | #1050 |
| 1990s | #1268 |
| 2000s | #2338 |
| 2010s | #2778 |
| 2020s | #2121 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Francis has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Francis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Francis alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Francis in 2025?
- Francis ranks #1684 among US girl names in 2025, with 122 babies given the name.
- When was the name Francis most popular?
- Francis peaked in 1880, reaching #206 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Francis with classmates?
- Francis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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