Franklin
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Franklin is a boy name of English origin meaning "Landowner of free but not noble origin".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Popularity
16 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Landowner of free but not noble origin
Etymology
Franklin is a masculine English given name. It is of English coming from the medieval English Frankeleyn, coming from the Anglo-Norman fraunclein. Its meaning is landowner of free but not noble origin.
Famous People Named Franklin
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt — president of the United States from 1933 to 1945 (1882–1945)
Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin
What does the name Franklin mean?
Franklin means "Landowner of free but not noble origin", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Franklin?
Franklin originates from English.
Is Franklin a boy or girl name?
Franklin is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Franklin?
Yes — notable people named Franklin include Franklin Delano Roosevelt (president of the United States from 1933 to 1945, 1882–1945).
Last updated: June 2026