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Paco
Pronounced PAH-koh /ˈpɑ.ko/Medium
Meaning: A Spanish pet form of Francisco — from the Latin, 'a Frenchman; free', ultimately honoring Saint Francis of AssisiLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Paco is a Spanish pet form of Francisco — from the Latin, 'a Frenchman; free', ultimately honoring Saint Francis of Assisi. A crisp, friendly name (said 'PAH-koh').
In the U.S. it appears in Hispanic families as a pet name. Rare on its own, a-free-man at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Paco mean?
Paco is a Spanish pet form of Francisco — 'a Frenchman; free', honoring Saint Francis.
How do you pronounce Paco?
It's said PAH-koh /ˈpɑ.ko/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Paco a boy or girl name?
Paco is a boy's name.
How popular is Paco?
Paco is a very rare name on its own in the U.S.