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Name Origin

Francine is a feminine given name of French origin, a diminutive of 'Frances', which itself derives from the Latin name 'Franciscus'. It means 'free man' or 'from France'. Francine carries connotations of independence, strength, and sophistication.

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Famous People

Francine Prose (1947-)

Author

  • National Book Award winner
  • Known for her novels and essays exploring themes of identity, family, and history

Francine Houben

Architect

  • Founder and Creative Director of Mecanoo architecten
  • Designed numerous notable buildings worldwide, including the Library of Birmingham and the Delft University of Technology Faculty of Architecture