Frank
Frank: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɹæŋk/ · [ˈfɹʷæŋk]
Meaning and origin of Frank
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
- A diminutive of the male given name Francis.
Etymology
The surname derives from the medieval tribal name. The given name is also a form of Francis, with formal given name status since the 19th century.
How popular is Frank?
Since 1880, 4,611 girls and 915,978 boys in the U.S. have been named Frank (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #436 in 1890. Its highest rank for boys was #6 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #514 for boys, with 584 babies given the name.
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Frank FAQ
What does the name Frank mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages. A diminutive of the male given name Francis. The surname derives from the medieval tribal name. The given name is also a form of Francis, with formal given name status since the 19th century.
What is the origin of the name Frank?
Frank is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Frank?
Since 1880, 4,611 girls and 915,978 boys in the U.S. have been named Frank (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #436 in 1890. Its highest rank for boys was #6 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #514 for boys, with 584 babies given the name.
Is Frank a boy or girl name?
Frank is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 4,611 girls and 915,978 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.