Franklin

Meaning of Franklin

It means "free land" or "free man."

Franklin has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Franklin

Franklin is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #359 in 2025 from #447 in 2000.

Notable people named Franklin

• Benjamin Franklin
  Founding Father of the US
• Franklin D. Roosevelt
  US President during WWII
• Aretha Franklin
  Queen of Soul - *Note: Female. Replacing with another Franklin*
• Franklin Delano Floyd
  American Serial Killer
• Franklin Leonard
  Film executive and cultural commentator

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Questions about the name Franklin

What does the name Franklin mean?

Franklin means it means "free land" or "free man.", and it comes from English origins.

Is Franklin a boy's or a girl's name?

Franklin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Franklin?

In 2025, Franklin ranked #359 for boys, up from #386 the year before.

When was Franklin most popular?

Franklin peaked at #359 in 2025.