Frances Name Meaning
The name Frances comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Frances below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Frances Name Meaning
EnglishFeminine form of FRANCIS. The distinction between Francis as a masculine name and Frances as a feminine name did not arise until the 17th century. A notable bearer was Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini (1850-1917),...
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