Frank is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #301 in 1997 with 87 recorded births. This places Frank in the top 8% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 360 births ranking #155. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 3,614 boys born was named Frank. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Frank is a sturdy classic with a direct, no-nonsense sound. It is usually linked with the same meaning family as Francis, tied to the Franks and the idea of freedom.
The name has long been used both as a stand-alone choice and as a short form, which gives it unusual flexibility. Its simple shape has helped it endure across generations.