Frane

Frane is a term with at least two distinct uses in different languages. In Italian, frana is the word for a landslide, with the plural frane. It denotes rapid mass-wasting events in which rock, earth, and debris move downslope under gravity. Such events can be triggered by heavy rainfall, earthquakes, volcanic activity, or human disturbance, and they can reshape terrain, damage infrastructure, and influence land-use planning. In geological and emergency-management contexts, frane describe and help assess hazards in mountainous or hilly regions.

Frane is also a masculine given name in some South Slavic languages, notably Croatian and Bosnian. It is typically a form derived from Franciscus or Francesco, and is related to other names such as Franjo, Franko, and Francesco. The name has historical and contemporary usage in the region and is borne by individuals in various fields, including culture, sports, and academia.

Although the two senses share spelling, they belong to different linguistic domains and are not etymologically related. The Italian term frane refers to natural hazards and landscape processes, while Frane as a given name reflects personal naming practices in South Slavic cultures. In cross-language discussions, the context usually makes the intended meaning clear.