Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. FRANGK-lin  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Derived from Middle English frankelin meaning "freeman". It denoted a landowner of free but not noble birth, from Old French franc meaning "free".

Related Names

VariantsFrank, Franklyn
Given Name DescendantFranklin(English)

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Entry updated November 18, 2011