Frantz
Frantz is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Free man or Frenchman.
Origin and history
Frantz is a variant of the name Franz or Francis, originating from the Germanic tribe name of the Franks. It has historically served as both a given name and a surname in French and German-speaking regions. In the United States, it is a rare male name with modest but consistent usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,103 babies in the United States have been named Frantz since 1880. It ranks #3586 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1879.
States where it is most popular
- NY (55.4 %)
- FL (44.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 54 |
| 1970-1980 | 184 |
| 1980-1990 | 305 |
| 1990-2000 | 243 |
| 2000-2010 | 156 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 48 |
Famous people named Frantz
- Frantz Fanon: Psychiatrist, Philosopher
Fun facts
- Frantz shares the same root as Francis, which originally designated someone of Frankish origin.
- The spelling Frantz is particularly common in French-speaking countries and regions, including Haiti.