NEW : Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina , the new pope , is breaking historic ground by choosing the name Francis . Pope Francis names himself in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi , Vatican says . The word ` ` ' '' is a first in the Roman Catholic Church , an analyst says . The new pope sends a signal ` ` this will not be business as usual , '' the analyst adds . Namesake : Francis of Sales is a most controversial figure .
NEW : Pope Francis names himself in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi , Vatican says . The word ` ` ' '' is a first in the Roman Catholic Church , an analyst says . The new pope sends a signal ` ` this will not be business as usual , '' the analyst adds . Namesake : Francis of Sales is a most controversial figure .