Boys name · Illinois
Francis in Illinois
In 2025, 42 babies born in Illinois were named Francis, making it the #265 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 12,281.
Popularity over time
Francis in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 53 | #38 |
| 1926 | 299 | #38 |
| 1943 | 128 | #96 |
| 1959 | 105 | #159 |
| 1976 | 40 | #259 |
| 1992 | 24 | #433 |
| 2009 | 25 | #463 |
| 2025 | 42 | #265 |
The most Francis births in Illinois in a single year was 346, in 1916. Francis's highest rank in Illinois was #30, set in 1915.
Rank swung between #30 (1915) and #723 (2011) in Illinois, from #38 in 1910 to #265 in 2025.
Nationally, Francis's strongest state was Vermont, where it hit #6 in 1913. See Francis in every state →
How popular is Francis in Illinois?
In 2025, 42 babies born in Illinois were named Francis, making it the #265 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 12,281.
How many babies are named Francis in Illinois?
In 2025, 42 babies born in Illinois were named Francis.
What is the rank of Francis in Illinois?
Francis's 2025 rank among boys names in Illinois was #265.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.