Donald Tusk's second name is now a hit among Polish parents. It came from French

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Prime Minister Donald Tusk has the mediate name his parents chose for him. It turns out to many that this fact is rather a surprise. Especially that the name itself derives from the Italian word "francesco" meaning "French, Frenchman" and is related to the legend of the Saint of Assisi. He's presently a hit.
Donald Tusk is simply a character that no 1 needs to be introduced to. And while there is much talk of his political accomplishments, his household life remains in the shadows. There is no request to look far, due to the fact that after the winning election, Tusk made a vow before the recently elected Marshal of the Sejm, MPs and the full country, it turned out that the leader of KO had the mediate name Francis. Today, this name is simply a hit among freshly baked parents.

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Francis - a name that has to do with a saint from Assisi
The name Francis, according to any etymologists, comes from the Germanic language, and in literal translation it was meant to mean a man of the Franks' tribe – free. It became popular thanks to Saint Francis of Assisi, due to the fact that if you believe historical messages, he was the first of that name. It comes from the word francesco 'French, Frenchman', which merchant Peter Bernardone named his boy John erstwhile he returned from France.
In Poland, it has been common since the 18th century, as contributed, among others, to the canonization of St. Francis and the cult of his individual as a saint. But it is more common among the older generation, and it is now returning to grace. In 2023, as many as 4965 boys were given, which is simply a very large number compared to erstwhile years (e.g. in 2000 these broadcasts were only 248).


Francis, as he is, everyone sees
Francis is simply a very popular name for a child. No wonder he's the top kid's names ranking. It is beautiful, classical, with a rich tradition and history. "This is simply a name that expresses respect, peace and love, which is clearly seen in the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, who is the patron of that name. Francis is known for being warm, friendly and caring, but at the same time strong and courageous. His name is associated with many affirmative qualities specified as perseverance, knowing and goodness" - says the portal kimmie.pl.


The names of Francis are celebrated: 24 January, 2 April, 11 May, 4 June, 21 August, 17 September, 30 September, 4 October, 10 October, 24 November, 27 November, 3 December.


As far as short cuts are concerned, the most popular ones are: Franek, Franio, Franiu, Franius, Frank, Franko, Franki, Frano, Franz, Fran.
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