There are
1293
Frankens in the USA
Franken is the
20512nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Franken

AlFranken

Al Franken is an American comedian, writer, and politician who served as a United States Senator from Minnesota from 2009 to 2018.

AriFranken

Ari Franken is a Dutch curler who participated in the 2018 Winter Olympics.

DanaFranken

Dana Franken is a Danish field hockey player who represented Denmark in international competitions.

EliFranken

Eli Franken is an Israeli footballer who plays as a midfielder for Hapoel Afula.

FredFranken

Fred Franken is a retired American basketball player who played for the Indiana Pacers in the 1970s.

HansFranken

Hans Franken is a Dutch politician and former member of the Senate of the Netherlands.

KarlFranken

Karl Franken is a German artist known for his unique and abstract paintings.

MiepFranken

Miep Franken is a Dutch actress who has appeared in various Dutch films and television shows.

RudiFranken

Rudi Franken is a Belgian football coach and former player who has managed several teams in the Belgian Pro League.

WillemFranken

Willem Franken is a Dutch rower who won a bronze medal at the 1968 Summer Olympics.

Franken Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Franken' is of German origin and is derived from the given name 'Frank,' which means 'free' or 'honest' in Old High German.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Franken' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the states of Bavaria and Hesse.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Franken' include 'Frank,' 'Franke,' 'Frankel,' 'Frankle,' 'Franklin,' 'Franklyn,' 'Franck,' 'Francks,' 'Franka,' and 'Frankas.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Franken' has been carried by immigrants to various countries, including the United States, where it is most commonly found in states with significant German-American populations, such as Wisconsin and Minnesota.