Franz Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFRANZ / /frants/German; Latin
Meaning
German: Free man; Latin: From France
Historical & Cultural Background
Franz is a German name derived from the Latin 'Franciscus', meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free man'. It has been a popular name in German-speaking countries and has historical significance, particularly in relation to the Holy Roman Emperor Francis II. The name has also been borne by various notable figures in European history, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Franz has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Franco
- Francis
- Frans
International Variants
- Francesco (Italian)
- François (French)
- Francisco (Spanish)
Famous people named Franz
Franz Kafka was a renowned Czech-language writer known for his influential works in existential literature.
Franz Ferdinand was the Archduke of Austria whose assassination in 1914 sparked World War I.
Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer and virtuoso pianist, celebrated for his contributions to Romantic music.
Franz Beckenbauer is a former German football player and manager, recognized as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Fictional characters named Franz
Franz von Stuck is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Syndicate', known for his role in the game's narrative.
Franz is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', often depicted as a curious student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Franz was first seen in the United States in 1889. Franz has ranked as high as #1085 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Franz has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Franz (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 34 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 22 |
| 1933 | 22 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1937 | 29 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 26 |
| 1941 | 27 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 28 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 28 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 35 |
| 1956 | 30 |
| 1957 | 44 |
| 1958 | 37 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 42 |
| 1961 | 39 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 59 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 55 |
| 1966 | 43 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 44 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 40 |
| 1972 | 41 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 40 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 17 |