Frank

Boy's name

Frank is of Germanic origin, derived from the name "Franko," meaning "free man" or "belonging to the Franks." It has been used as a given name since the medieval period.

Meaning Free
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 656 Falling
Peak year 1918

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Frank Sinatra - Singer, actor, "Ol' Blue Eyes"
  • Frank Lloyd Wright - Architect, pioneer of modern architecture
  • Frank Zappa - Musician, composer, satirist
  • Frank Ocean - Singer, songwriter, record producer
  • Frank Gehry - Architect, known for innovative building designs
  • Frank Miller - Comic book writer, artist, "Sin City"
  • Frank Robinson - Baseball player, first African-American MLB manager
  • Frank Lucas - Drug lord, inspiration for "American Gangster"
  • Frank Abagnale - Con artist, subject of "Catch Me If You Can"
  • Frank Beard - Drummer for ZZ Top

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