Franklin

Boy's name

Franklin is of English origin, meaning "free landowner."

Meaning Free
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 840
Peak year 1933

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Franklin D. Roosevelt - 32nd US President, led during WWII.
  • Franklin Pierce - 14th US President, served during antebellum period.
  • Franklin Graham - Evangelist, son of Billy Graham.
  • Franklin Chang-Diaz - Astronaut, flew on seven space missions.
  • Franklin Templeton - Investor, founded global investment firm.
  • Franklin Gutierrez - Baseball player, Gold Glove-winning outfielder.
  • Franklin J. Schaffner - Director, won Oscar for "Patton."
  • Franklin Leonard - Founder of The Black List for screenwriters.
  • Franklin Graham Jr. - Missionary, son of Billy Graham.
  • Franklin Barreto - Baseball player, infielder for Oakland Athletics.

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