Francisco López facts for kids

Francisco López is a common name, so many different people throughout history have been known by this name. This article will tell you about some of the most famous and interesting people named Francisco López, from artists and musicians to politicians and sports stars.

Artists and Creators

Many people named Francisco López have made their mark in the world of art and creativity.

Painters

• Francisco López (16th-century Spanish painter) was a Spanish Renaissance painter from the 1500s.
• Francisco López (17th-century painter) (1554–1629) was another Spanish Renaissance painter. He lived a bit later than the first one.
• Francisco Toledo (1940–2019) was a very important Mexican artist. His full name was Francisco Benjamín López Toledo. He was known for his unique paintings, sculptures, and graphic art. He was a Zapotec artist, and his work often showed themes from his culture and nature.

Musicians and Composers

• Francisco López Capillas (around 1615–1673) was a Mexican composer. He lived a long time ago and created beautiful music.
• Francisco López (musician) (born 1964) is a Spanish avant-garde musician. This means he creates experimental and unusual music, often using sounds from nature or everyday life.

Writers and Designers

• Francisco López Merino (1904–1928) was an Argentine poet. He wrote poems and was part of the literary scene in Argentina.
• Francisco Solano López (comics) (1928–2011) was an Argentine comics artist. He drew many comic books and graphic novels.
• Paco Delgado (active since 1997) is a Spanish costume designer. His full name is Francisco Delgado López. He designs the clothes that actors wear in movies and plays.

Leaders and Politicians

Some people named Francisco López have played important roles in politics and government.

• Francisco Solano López (1827–1870) was a very important figure in the history of Paraguay. He served as the President of Paraguay from 1862 to 1870. He led his country during a major conflict known as the War of the Triple Alliance.
• Francisco López López (born 1959) is a politician from Puerto Rico. He has served as the Mayor of Barranquitas, a town in Puerto Rico.
• Patxi López (born 1959) is a Spanish politician. His full name is Francisco López Álvarez. He was the President of the Basque Autonomous Community, which is a region in Spain.

Sports Stars

Many athletes named Francisco López have excelled in various sports.

Football Players

• Francisco López Contreras (born 1934) is a former footballer from Guatemala.
• Francisco Javier López García (born 1950) is a Spanish footballer.
• Francisco López Alfaro (born 1962) is another Spanish football player.
• Paco López (born 1967) is a Spanish football player and manager. His full name is Francisco José López Fernández. He has played for and managed several football teams.
• Francisco Antonio López (born 1989) is a Honduran footballer. He has played for teams like Platense F.C.

Other Sports

• Francisco López (handballer) (born 1949) is a Spanish handball player. Handball is a team sport where players pass a ball and try to throw it into the opposing team's goal.
• Francisco López (canoeist) (born 1965) is a Spanish sprint canoer. Canoeing involves paddling a canoe, often in races.
• Francisco López Contardo (born 1975) is a Chilean motorcycle rider. He is famous for racing motorcycles, especially in off-road events like the Dakar Rally.
• Francisco López (Chilean hurdler) (born 1995) is a hurdler from Chile. Hurdles are races where athletes jump over obstacles.
• Francisco López (Spanish hurdler) (born 1995) is a hurdler from Spain.
• Francisco López (table tennis) (born 1962) is a table tennis player from Venezuela. Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is a sport played with small rackets and a lightweight ball on a table.

Other Notable People

• Francisco López de Gómara (around 1511–around 1566) was a Spanish historian. He wrote important historical accounts, especially about the Spanish conquest of the Americas.
• Francisco López de Zúñiga, 2nd Marquis of Baides (1599–1655) was a Spanish soldier. He served as the Royal Governor of Chile from 1639 to 1646.

See also

In Spanish: Francisco López para niños

• Francisco Lopes (born 1955), a Portuguese politician
• Francisco Craveiro Lopes (1894–1964), who was the president of Portugal from 1951 to 1958