Frank
Frank is of Germanic origin, derived from the name of the Frankish people, meaning 'free man' or 'from France.' It conveys honesty and straightforwardness, reflecting its association with the word 'frank' meaning candid and sincere.
Current Popularity
#468 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across cultures
- •Strong vintage charm with potential for comeback appeal
- •Works well as both first name and nickname for Francis or Franklin
- •Associated with honesty and directness due to the word 'frank'
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Famous People
Frank Sinatra
Legendary singer and actor
Frank Lloyd Wright
Iconic architect
Franklin D. Roosevelt
32nd U.S. President
Frank Ocean
Contemporary R&B singer-songwriter
Statistics
915,398
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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