Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Francesca.
National Rank (2025)
#307
All-Time Peak Rank
#307 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
35,331
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Francesca Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Francesca
According to SSA data, Francesca achieved its highest historical rank of #307 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 984 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 32.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 90 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Francesca scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+32.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record984Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
90Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:13
1900s:42
1910s:168
1920s:171
1930s:108
1940s:297
1950s:989
1960s:1,380
1970s:2,250
1980s:4,095
1990s:6,909
2000s:7,019
2010s:6,875
2020s:5,015
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesFran-ce-sca
Letter Count9 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 92.2% of SSA names. Starts with F, a letter used by only 1.3% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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