Frantz Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Frantz is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the Latin 'Franciscus', meaning 'free man'. It evolved from Franciscus to Franz and finally to Frantz. The name is often associated with traits of strength and reliability, and it gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking regions. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Frantz is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Frantz has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Frantz' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2401st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2229th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5368th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8635th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Frantz' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Frantz"
Pronunciation
/frænts/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Frantz is derived from the Germanic name 'Franz', which itself originates from the Latin 'Franciscus', meaning 'Frenchman' or 'free man'.
Meaning
free man
Language Evolution
Franciscus, Franz, Frantz
Historical Usage
The name Frantz gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking countries, as a variant of Franz.
Variants & Derivatives
Franz, Francis, Frances, Frank
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Frantz is perceived as a traditional name, often associated with strength and reliability.
Famous People
Frantz Fanon, a psychiatrist and philosopher known for his works on colonialism., Frantz Schubert, an influential Austrian composer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Frantz"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Frantz"
"Frantz" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5438th of 7552 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2401st of 10718 | 256 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2229th of 16616 | 474 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5368th of 24088 | 236 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8635th of 23106 | 98 |
Regional Popularity of "Frantz" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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24.61% 857th/3483 |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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22.82% 1021st/4475 |
25.99% 1350th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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58.11% 3001st/5164 |
31.72% 2320th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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79.30% 3558th/4487 |
62.05% 4233rd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Frantz" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Frantz"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Frantz" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.