Francis
From the Late Latin Franciscus meaning "Frenchman" or "of the Franks", ultimately derived from the Germanic tribe and their name for a type of spear.
Meaning and origin
Francis comes from the Late Latin Franciscus, meaning Frenchman or of the Franks.
How to pronounce Francis
| English (US) | FRAN-sis /ˈfɹænsɪs/ |
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