Cesca
Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Cesca
Cesca is a diminutive form of Francesca, derived from the Latin name Francisca, which means "from France" or "free" (related to the Frankish people).
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Etymology
Cesca is a diminutive form of Francesca, derived from the Latin name Francisca, which means "from France" or "free" (related to the Frankish people). The name has Italian and Spanish roots, with linguistic connections to the Germanic word "frank" meaning free or noble.
The name is primarily used in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly within Catholic Christian communities, with historical significance tied to Saint Francis of Assisi and the Franciscan religious order. It gained notable cultural presence through figures like Cesca Carella, an Italian actress, and remains common in Mediterranean regions.
Cesca currently ranks #5,556 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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