Male Name
Pancho
ˈpan.t͡ʃo
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
folk heroes
Gilligan's Island characters
history
isograms
Italian Westerns
Mother characters
NASCAR
percussionists
song titles
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
36/100
Meaning & Etymology
Pancho is a male nickname for the given name Francisco, which is the Spanish and Portuguese equivalent of Francis. The feminine form of this name is Pancha. It is also sometimes used as a surname. The name Pancho has historical significance, particularly in Mexican culture, due to its association with notable figures such as Pancho Villa, a Mexican revolutionary leader.
Etymology
Original Form:
Francisco
Evolution:
The name Pancho evolved as a diminutive form of Francisco, commonly used in Spanish-speaking cultures. It reflects a casual or affectionate form of the name.
Source:
Spanish and Portuguese naming conventions