Frankie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFRANK-ee / /ˈfræŋki/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: Free man; English: Diminutive of Francis
Historical & Cultural Background
Frankie is often used as a diminutive of the name Francis, which has roots in Latin meaning 'free man.' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. It is commonly used as a unisex name, though it is more frequently given to boys. The name has been embraced in various cultures, reflecting a sense of friendliness and approachability.
Trend Summary
Frankie has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the last two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Frank
- Francis
International Variants
- Francesco (Italian)
- Franco (Spanish)
- François (French)
Famous people named Frankie
Frankie Valli is an American singer known for being the lead vocalist of the Four Seasons.
Frankie Muniz is an American actor best known for his role in the television series 'Malcolm in the Middle.'.
Frankie Knuckles was an influential American DJ and record producer, often referred to as the 'Godfather of House Music.'.
Frankie Avalon is an American actor and singer famous for his work in the 1950s and 1960s pop culture.
Fictional characters named Frankie
Frankie Stein is a character from the 'Monster High' franchise, known for being the daughter of Frankenstein.
Frankie from the animated series 'Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends' is a caretaker of the imaginary friends.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frankie was first seen in the United States in 1897. Frankie has ranked as high as #554 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Frankie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frankie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 40 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| NV | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 14 |
| 1912 | 28 |
| 1913 | 24 |
| 1914 | 33 |
| 1915 | 45 |
| 1916 | 64 |
| 1917 | 53 |
| 1918 | 72 |
| 1919 | 85 |
| 1920 | 109 |
| 1921 | 93 |
| 1922 | 116 |
| 1923 | 131 |
| 1924 | 145 |
| 1925 | 137 |
| 1926 | 157 |
| 1927 | 188 |
| 1928 | 191 |
| 1929 | 224 |
| 1930 | 257 |
| 1931 | 279 |
| 1932 | 300 |
| 1933 | 299 |
| 1934 | 340 |
| 1935 | 291 |
| 1936 | 343 |
| 1937 | 383 |
| 1938 | 370 |
| 1939 | 333 |
| 1940 | 394 |
| 1941 | 414 |
| 1942 | 489 |
| 1943 | 492 |
| 1944 | 519 |
| 1945 | 578 |
| 1946 | 590 |
| 1947 | 586 |
| 1948 | 625 |
| 1949 | 576 |
| 1950 | 650 |
| 1951 | 647 |
| 1952 | 653 |
| 1953 | 646 |
| 1954 | 697 |
| 1955 | 709 |
| 1956 | 764 |
| 1957 | 746 |
| 1958 | 751 |
| 1959 | 874 |
| 1960 | 814 |
| 1961 | 806 |
| 1962 | 697 |
| 1963 | 733 |
| 1964 | 743 |
| 1965 | 677 |
| 1966 | 658 |
| 1967 | 632 |
| 1968 | 599 |
| 1969 | 587 |
| 1970 | 598 |
| 1971 | 572 |
| 1972 | 494 |
| 1973 | 471 |
| 1974 | 461 |
| 1975 | 441 |
| 1976 | 414 |
| 1977 | 401 |
| 1978 | 404 |
| 1979 | 400 |
| 1980 | 398 |
| 1981 | 370 |
| 1982 | 363 |
| 1983 | 346 |
| 1984 | 364 |
| 1985 | 326 |
| 1986 | 332 |
| 1987 | 415 |
| 1988 | 374 |
| 1989 | 370 |
| 1990 | 385 |
| 1991 | 365 |
| 1992 | 336 |
| 1993 | 345 |
| 1994 | 298 |
| 1995 | 284 |
| 1996 | 276 |
| 1997 | 268 |
| 1998 | 250 |
| 1999 | 265 |
| 2000 | 235 |
| 2001 | 224 |
| 2002 | 232 |
| 2003 | 215 |
| 2004 | 251 |
| 2005 | 283 |
| 2006 | 354 |
| 2007 | 345 |
| 2008 | 292 |
| 2009 | 322 |
| 2010 | 272 |
| 2011 | 246 |
| 2012 | 243 |
| 2013 | 265 |
| 2014 | 227 |
| 2015 | 208 |
| 2016 | 204 |
| 2017 | 238 |
| 2018 | 195 |
| 2019 | 200 |
| 2020 | 221 |
| 2021 | 201 |
| 2022 | 210 |
| 2023 | 216 |
| 2024 | 192 |