Frontis
A Latin name pertaining to the forehead or front side.
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Frontis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Frontis today is around 91 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Frontis births was 1941 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Frontis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Frontis is about 91 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Frontis' were born before 1945.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Frontis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1941
5 babies that year
Average age
91
years old
1941 SSA rank
#3,694
Tracked since 1941
Popularity
Frontis: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Frontis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Frontis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Frontis
The name Frontis has its roots in the Latin language, derived from the word "frons," which means "forehead" or "front part." This name's origin can be traced back to ancient Roman times, when it was likely used as a surname or cognomen to describe someone's physical appearance or personality traits.
During the Roman era, names often held symbolic meanings or were inspired by various aspects of life, such as nature, virtues, or personal characteristics. Frontis may have been bestowed upon individuals who were considered bold, straightforward, or those with a prominent forehead or facial features.
While there are no definitive records of the name Frontis appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is believed to have been in use among the Roman populace, particularly among the lower classes or as a slave name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Frontis can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Pliny the Elder, who lived from 23 to 79 AD. In his work "Naturalis Historia," he mentions a Roman soldier named Frontis who served in the legions during the conquest of Britannia.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who bore the name Frontis, although their prominence may have been limited due to the rarity of the name:
1. Frontis Agricola (circa 100 AD) - A Roman landowner and farmer who was known for his innovative agricultural techniques and writings on crop cultivation.
2. Frontis Severus (circa 250 AD) - A Roman statesman and philosopher who served as a senator during the reign of Emperor Decius.
3. Frontis Antonius (circa 400 AD) - A Christian monk and scholar who lived in the Byzantine Empire and was renowned for his theological writings.
4. Frontis Grimaldi (1458-1512) - A Genoese nobleman and diplomat who played a significant role in the political affairs of the Republic of Genoa during the Renaissance period.
5. Frontis Cavalcanti (1530-1598) - An Italian Renaissance painter and architect who was active in Florence and is known for his frescoes and church designs.
While the name Frontis may have fallen out of widespread use over time, its Latin origins and connection to the ancient Roman culture make it a unique and historically significant name, reflecting the boldness and directness associated with its meaning.
People
Frontis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Frontis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Frontis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Frontis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Frontis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Frontis a common name?
We classify Frontis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Frontis most popular?
The single biggest year for Frontis was 1941, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Frontis is about 91 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Frontis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Frontis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Frontis in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Frontis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Frontis in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Frontis can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Frontis as a first name?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Frontis, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.