Frank Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfrangk / fræŋkLatin; Germanic
Meaning
Latin: free man; Germanic: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Frank has roots in the Latin word 'Francus,' which means 'free man.' It was originally used to denote the Franks, a Germanic tribe that played a significant role in the history of France and Germany. The name became popular in the Middle Ages and has been used in various forms across different cultures. It has also been associated with several saints and historical figures.
Trend Summary
The name Frank has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Franc
- Frankie
International Variants
- Franco (Italian)
- François (French)
- Francisco (Spanish)
- Franz (German)
Famous people named Frank
Frank Sinatra was an American singer and actor, known for his smooth voice and significant influence on music.
Frank Lloyd Wright was an American architect, celebrated for his innovative designs and contributions to modern architecture.
Frank Zappa was an American musician and composer, recognized for his eclectic style and satirical lyrics.
Frank Thomas was a professional baseball player, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for his outstanding career.
Fictional characters named Frank
Frank Castle is a character from Marvel Comics, also known as The Punisher, who seeks vengeance against criminals.
Frank Gallagher is a character from the television series 'Shameless,' known for his irresponsible and chaotic lifestyle.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frank was first seen in the United States in 1880. Frank has ranked as high as #15 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Frank has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frank (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 97 | |
NY | 53 | |
TX | 52 | |
FL | 49 | |
IL | 31 | |
OH | 22 | |
PA | 20 | |
MA | 17 | |
MI | 16 | |
NC | 16 | |
VA | 14 | |
TN | 14 | |
AZ | 13 | |
WA | 13 | |
GA | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 3,242 |
1881 | 2,834 |
1882 | 3,176 |
1883 | 2,986 |
1884 | 3,218 |
1885 | 3,067 |
1886 | 3,127 |
1887 | 2,883 |
1888 | 3,459 |
1889 | 2,975 |
1890 | 3,078 |
1891 | 2,652 |
1892 | 3,150 |
1893 | 2,917 |
1894 | 2,863 |
1895 | 3,012 |
1896 | 2,845 |
1897 | 2,726 |
1898 | 2,925 |
1899 | 2,550 |
1900 | 3,477 |
1901 | 2,402 |
1902 | 2,756 |
1903 | 2,644 |
1904 | 2,799 |
1905 | 2,837 |
1906 | 2,798 |
1907 | 2,943 |
1908 | 3,146 |
1909 | 3,244 |
1910 | 3,768 |
1911 | 4,314 |
1912 | 7,912 |
1913 | 9,237 |
1914 | 12,002 |
1915 | 15,006 |
1916 | 15,291 |
1917 | 15,768 |
1918 | 17,018 |
1919 | 15,701 |
1920 | 16,430 |
1921 | 16,705 |
1922 | 16,013 |
1923 | 15,903 |
1924 | 16,044 |
1925 | 15,329 |
1926 | 14,493 |
1927 | 14,377 |
1928 | 13,570 |
1929 | 12,966 |
1930 | 12,535 |
1931 | 11,472 |
1932 | 11,497 |
1933 | 10,964 |
1934 | 10,636 |
1935 | 10,421 |
1936 | 10,186 |
1937 | 10,126 |
1938 | 10,261 |
1939 | 9,990 |
1940 | 10,596 |
1941 | 10,795 |
1942 | 12,248 |
1943 | 12,245 |
1944 | 11,342 |
1945 | 10,874 |
1946 | 12,667 |
1947 | 13,995 |
1948 | 12,698 |
1949 | 11,960 |
1950 | 11,607 |
1951 | 11,477 |
1952 | 11,268 |
1953 | 11,180 |
1954 | 10,995 |
1955 | 11,109 |
1956 | 11,150 |
1957 | 11,268 |
1958 | 11,326 |
1959 | 10,941 |
1960 | 10,751 |
1961 | 10,432 |
1962 | 9,760 |
1963 | 9,525 |
1964 | 9,338 |
1965 | 8,317 |
1966 | 7,787 |
1967 | 7,430 |
1968 | 6,892 |
1969 | 6,918 |
1970 | 6,805 |
1971 | 6,089 |
1972 | 5,167 |
1973 | 4,784 |
1974 | 4,364 |
1975 | 4,211 |
1976 | 3,899 |
1977 | 3,895 |
1978 | 3,776 |
1979 | 3,930 |
1980 | 3,735 |
1981 | 3,640 |
1982 | 3,605 |
1983 | 3,362 |
1984 | 3,331 |
1985 | 3,303 |
1986 | 3,178 |
1987 | 3,124 |
1988 | 3,271 |
1989 | 3,054 |
1990 | 3,187 |
1991 | 2,881 |
1992 | 2,755 |
1993 | 2,504 |
1994 | 2,479 |
1995 | 2,247 |
1996 | 2,149 |
1997 | 2,023 |
1998 | 1,887 |
1999 | 1,855 |
2000 | 1,708 |
2001 | 1,634 |
2002 | 1,587 |
2003 | 1,500 |
2004 | 1,466 |
2005 | 1,480 |
2006 | 1,401 |
2007 | 1,333 |
2008 | 1,228 |
2009 | 1,138 |
2010 | 1,077 |
2011 | 1,048 |
2012 | 985 |
2013 | 1,007 |
2014 | 991 |
2015 | 944 |
2016 | 957 |
2017 | 890 |
2018 | 807 |
2019 | 773 |
2020 | 694 |
2021 | 691 |
2022 | 708 |
2023 | 648 |
2024 | 656 |