Frances
boy name#10695 in 2025Frances entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #371 in 1901, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10695
rank today
#371
peak (1901)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #498 |
| 1890s | #517 |
| 1900s | #485 |
| 1910s | #577 |
| 1920s | #598 |
| 1930s | #630 |
| 1940s | #965 |
| 1950s | #1189 |
| 1960s | #1554 |
| 1970s | #2415 |
| 1980s | #2951 |
| 1990s | #5737 |
| 2000s | #9461 |
| 2010s | #11779 |
| 2020s | #8669 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Frances are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Frances alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Frances in 2025?
- Frances ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Frances most popular?
- Frances peaked in 1901, reaching #371 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Frances with classmates?
- Frances will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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