Franklyn
boy name#4396 in 2025Franklyn entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #486 in 1933, ranks #4396 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
#4396
rank today
#486
peak (1933)
23
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #934 |
| 1890s | #886 |
| 1900s | #984 |
| 1910s | #750 |
| 1920s | #728 |
| 1930s | #679 |
| 1940s | #797 |
| 1950s | #976 |
| 1960s | #1127 |
| 1970s | #1496 |
| 1980s | #1494 |
| 1990s | #1804 |
| 2000s | #2752 |
| 2010s | #3989 |
| 2020s | #4811 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Franklyn has been most popular in NY, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 3,300 people named Franklyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Franklyn alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Franklyn in 2025?
- Franklyn ranks #4396 among US boy names in 2025, with 23 babies given the name.
- When was the name Franklyn most popular?
- Franklyn peaked in 1933, reaching #486 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Franklyn with classmates?
- Franklyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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