Frankly Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFRANK-lee / /ˈfræŋkli/English; Latin
Meaning
English: free man; Latin: honest
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Frankly is derived from the name Frank, which has roots in the Old French 'franc', meaning 'free'. Historically, the Franks were a group of Germanic tribes that played a significant role in the early medieval history of Europe. The name has been associated with qualities of honesty and straightforwardness. It is less common as a given name but can be seen as a modern variation.
Trend Summary
The name Frankly is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Frank
- Franklin
International Variants
- Franco (Italian)
- François (French)
- Francisco (Spanish)
Famous people named Frankly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frankly was first seen in the United States in 2008. Frankly has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Frankly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frankly
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |