| ![Show Contents]() Francs History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of FrancsWhat does the name Francs mean? The French surname Francs is of nickname origin, deriving from a physical characteristic or personal attribute of the initial bearer. In this instance the name is derived from "franc coeur", meaning "Frankish heart". Therefore, the progenitor of the surname was someone who sided with the Franks in the interminable wars, invasions and raids that raged in the Middle Ages. Alternatively, the name can be of toponymic origin, deriving from a place where the original bearer once resided or held land. The family name Francs was found in Burgundy, where the family took their name from a place in Côtes-du-Nord, in the department of Yonne. 1 Early Origins of the Francs familyThe surname Francs was first found in Burgundy. From here, the members of the family also branched into other regions of France, especially to Ile-de-France, where several members distinguished themselves through their various accomplishments. Joseph Francoeur, who died in Paris in 1741, was a bass at the Opéra, then a member of the Twenty-four violins of the king, in 1706. His son, Louis Francoeur, was born in Paris in 1692 and became a member of the king's violins in 1710. He became co-director in 1717, and died in 1745. François Francoeur, also a son of Joseph, was born in Paris in 1698. He was a violinist in the Opéra orchestra and superintendent of the king's music for Louis XV. He was ennobled in 1764, receiving the "cordons de St-Michel." He died in Paris in 1797. Early History of the Francs familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Francs research. Another 177 words (13 lines of text) covering the years 1530, 1643, 1698, 1699, 1710, 1738, 1773, 1782, 1787, 1804, 1810 and 1849 are included under the topic Early Francs History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Francs Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Francon, Francoeur, Francou, Frankeur, Francq, Franck and many more. Early Notables of the Francs familyFrançois Francoeur, violinist and composer, born at Paris in 1698. He entered the band of the Opera in 1710, was for many years a member of the king's private band, and for some time, conjointly with Rébel, manager of the Opera. He died at Paris in 1787.
His son, Louis Joseph, an eminent violinist and clever conductor, was born at Paris in 1738, and died...
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- Dionne, N.-E., Les Canadiens-Francais Origine Des Familles. Baltimore: Geneological Publishing Company, 1969. Print
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