Francis

A form of the name Franciscus. St. Francis of Assisi, the 13th century Italian friar and preacher who founded the Franciscan order, is a famous bearer. He was named Francisco in honor of his mother's heritage. Also known for English philosopher Sir Francis Bacon and English navigator Sir Francis Drake. Singer and actor Francis Sinatra, known as Frank, kept the name in the public eye beginning in the 1940's. A unisex name. , from France, free