Find out how popular the first name Frankly has been for the last 13 years (from 2008 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Frankly by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Frankly is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Frankly.

The history of the first name Frankly

The name Frankly is an English given name derived from the Old French word "franc," meaning "free" or "frank." It is believed to have originated in the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century, when the concept of freedom and honesty was highly valued.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Frankly can be found in the works of the English poet Geoffrey Chaucer, who lived from around 1340 to 1400. In his famous Canterbury Tales, Chaucer mentions a character named Frankly, suggesting that the name was in use during that time period.

Throughout history, the name Frankly has been associated with individuals who embodied the qualities of honesty, candor, and frankness. One notable figure was Frankly of Assisi, an Italian friar who lived from 1182 to 1226. He was known for his unwavering commitment to poverty and his frank manner of preaching.

In the 16th century, Frankly Shakespeare, a distant relative of the famous playwright William Shakespeare, was a renowned actor and playwright in his own right. He was born in 1543 and died in 1616, leaving behind a legacy of honest and thought-provoking plays.

During the American Revolutionary War, Frankly Revere, a patriot and silversmith, played a crucial role in warning the colonial militia of the approaching British forces in 1775. His daring ride through the night to spread the alarm has become a legendary tale of bravery and frankness in the face of adversity.

In more recent times, Frankly Roosevelt, born in 1882 and died in 1945, was the 32nd President of the United States. He was known for his candid and straightforward approach to leadership, famously declaring "the only thing we have to fear is fear itself" during the Great Depression.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Frankly, each leaving their mark on society with their honest and forthright nature.

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