Frank Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Frank name began, what it means, and where it was first recorded.
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Origin of the Frank name
Frank is a German ethnic name for a Franconian, a member of the Franks of the Main valley, or a nickname from Middle High German vranc, "free, bold". It can also come from the given name Frank. The surname is widespread in Germany, especially in the south, and is also Dutch and English.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Frank name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Frank name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Austria and the Netherlands; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Frank name FAQ
What does the Frank name mean?
Franconian; free man. Common variants include Franke, Franck, Francke.
Where does the Frank surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in the United States, Austria and the Netherlands.
Is there a Frank coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Frank crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Frank coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).