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Franklyn name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 56%
Franklyn name meaning:
The name Franklyn is derived from the Old English name "Franklin," which was originally a surname given to a free man or landowner who was not of noble birth. It comes from the Middle English word "frankeleyn," meaning a freeman or a feudal tenant. The term "franklin" has also been associated with someone who exemplifies generosity, hospitality, and congeniality.
As a given name, Franklyn carries similar connotations. It signifies someone who is kind-hearted, friendly, and welcoming. It suggests a person who is down-to-earth and approachable, with a warm and sociable nature. Those named Franklyn are often seen as trustworthy and dependable, and they tend to possess a genuine desire to bring people together and create harmony.
Overall, the name Franklyn represents a person of good character, someone who values relationships and strives to make others feel comfortable and accepted. It portrays a person who values freedom, both in terms of personal liberty and in the way they interact with others.
Origin: English
Free man; landholder.
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 2125 out of 4789
10 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-727 - 5yrs
-806 - 1yr
-1040
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Franklyn
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