Francis
boy name#420 in 2025Francis entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #29 in 1915, ranks #420 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#420
rank today
#29
peak (1915)
769
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #56 |
| 1890s | #46 |
| 1900s | #36 |
| 1910s | #32 |
| 1920s | #36 |
| 1930s | #48 |
| 1940s | #71 |
| 1950s | #105 |
| 1960s | #161 |
| 1970s | #223 |
| 1980s | #244 |
| 1990s | #355 |
| 2000s | #545 |
| 2010s | #525 |
| 2020s | #456 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Francis has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 107,000 people named Francis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Francis alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 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 #420 among US boy names in 2025, with 769 babies given the name.
- When was the name Francis most popular?
- Francis peaked in 1915, reaching #29 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Francis with classmates?
- Francis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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