Boys name · Illinois
Francis in Illinois
Francis was the 265th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 42 babies named Francis that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 12,281 babies Francis.
Popularity over time
Francis in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 53 | 38th |
| 1926 | 299 | 38th |
| 1943 | 128 | 96th |
| 1959 | 105 | 159th |
| 1976 | 40 | 259th |
| 1992 | 24 | 433rd |
| 2009 | 25 | 463rd |
| 2025 | 42 | 265th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 38th in 1910 to 265th in 2025.
The most babies named Francis in Illinois in a single year was 346, in 1916. Its best showing was 30th among boys names in 1915.
Across the country, Francis reached its best rank of 6th in Vermont (1913). See Francis in every state →
How popular is Francis in Illinois?
Francis was the 265th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 42 babies named Francis that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 12,281 babies Francis.
How many babies are named Francis in Illinois?
In 2025, 42 babies were named Francis in Illinois. The most babies named Francis in Illinois in a single year was 346, in 1916.
What is the rank of Francis in Illinois?
Francis ranked 265th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 30th among boys names in 1915.
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.