Frank
boy name#513 in 2025Frank entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #6 in 1880, ranks #513 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#513
rank today
#6
peak (1880)
584
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #6 |
| 1890s | #7 |
| 1900s | #8 |
| 1910s | #9 |
| 1920s | #11 |
| 1930s | #16 |
| 1940s | #22 |
| 1950s | #35 |
| 1960s | #43 |
| 1970s | #64 |
| 1980s | #90 |
| 1990s | #148 |
| 2000s | #241 |
| 2010s | #347 |
| 2020s | #461 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Frank has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 357,000 people named Frank are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Frank alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Frank in 2025?
- Frank ranks #513 among US boy names in 2025, with 584 babies given the name.
- When was the name Frank most popular?
- Frank peaked in 1880, reaching #6 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Frank with classmates?
- Frank will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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