Franz
Franz is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Frenchman or free man.
Origin and history
Franz is a German masculine given name derived from the Medieval Latin Franciscus, meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free man'. It is historically prominent in German-speaking Europe, notably borne by Austrian emperors and famous classical composers. In the United States, it remains a rare but recognizable classic choice with steady, low-frequency usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,864 babies in the United States have been named Franz since 1880. It ranks #2420 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1843.
States where it is most popular
- CA (43.6 %)
- NY (34.2 %)
- IL (6.8 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- FL (2.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 7 |
| 1890-1900 | 18 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 159 |
| 1920-1930 | 151 |
| 1930-1940 | 229 |
| 1940-1950 | 243 |
| 1950-1960 | 321 |
| 1960-1970 | 446 |
| 1970-1980 | 328 |
| 1980-1990 | 299 |
| 1990-2000 | 235 |
| 2000-2010 | 179 |
| 2010-2019 | 148 |
| 2020-2029 | 84 |
Famous people named Franz
- Franz Kafka: Writer, Novelist
- Franz Schubert: Composer
- Franz Liszt: Composer, Pianist
Fun facts
- Franz was a prominent regal name in the House of Habsburg, borne by multiple Holy Roman and Austrian emperors.
- The name is celebrated in arts and culture through iconic figures like composer Franz Schubert and author Franz Kafka.