Franz
BoyGerman
Franz is a boy name of German origin meaning "Free man".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Free man
Etymology
German form of Francis, from Latin Franciscus, meaning 'from France' or 'free man', derived from Frankish *frankiz, related to freedom.
Famous People Named Franz
- Franz Kafka — Bohemian writer from Prague (1883–1924)
- Franz Schubert — Austrian composer (1797–1828)
- Franz Liszt — Hungarian romantic composer and virtuoso pianist (1811-1886)
- Franz Marc — German artist (1880–1916)
- Franz von Lenbach — German painter (1836–1904)
Frequently Asked Questions About Franz
What does the name Franz mean?
Franz means "Free man", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Franz?
Franz originates from German, commonly used in Europe.
Is Franz a boy or girl name?
Franz is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Franz associated with?
Franz is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Franz?
Yes — notable people named Franz include Franz Kafka (Bohemian writer from Prague, 1883–1924), Franz Schubert (Austrian composer, 1797–1828), Franz Liszt (Hungarian romantic composer and virtuoso pianist, 1811-1886), Franz Marc (German artist, 1880–1916) and Franz von Lenbach (German painter, 1836–1904).
Last updated: June 2026