Frank Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Frank Name at a Glance

Name	Frank
Meaning	Diminutive of Franklin: Free land-owner.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Frank Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Frank means “Diminutive of Franklin: Free land-owner”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Frank Name Origin

Our database records Frank under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Frank a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Frank is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Frank

When considering Frank for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.