Frank is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #440 in 2022 with 708 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 2,149 births ranking #162. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 67.1%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 2,464 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.