Declining since 2018, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Franciszek since 1917
Babies named Franciszek per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 84 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Franciszek is a distinctly Polish name that has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the past century, though it remains relatively rare. First recorded in 1917, its popularity has fluctuated, peaking in 2017 before entering a declining trajectory since 2018. With a current rank of 12,008 and a frequency of about 1 in 341,615 births in 2025, the name appeals to families with Polish heritage or a fondness for classic Catholic saint names. The name's strong cultural and linguistic ties to Poland give it a specific character not found in the more Anglicized Francis. While it has not seen widespread adoption across the U.S., it remains a meaningful choice within Polish-American communities.
Franciszek is the Polish form of Francis, which derives from the Late Latin name Franciscus meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free one.' The name became widespread across Europe due to the fame of Saint Francis of Assisi. In Poland, Franciszek has been used since the medieval period and remains a classic name, especially among Catholic families.
“Franciszek” around the world
Where Franciszek lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
8
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Franek, Franio, Fransuś
Variants: Francis, Franciscus, François
Sibling names for Franciszek
Names that share Franciszek's style, for a brother or sister.
