Francisco is of Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning 'free' or 'from France'. It was borne by several notable historical figures, including St. Francis Xavier, a prominent figure in the Roman Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation. The name Francisco has been used in various forms across different languages, such as French (François), Italian (Francesco), and English (Francis).
"Franciscus has been consistently popular among parents, with five babies named Francisco born every year since 1987."