Franklin vs Larkin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Franklin

Boy #389 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"free man, freeholder of land"

Origin: Middle English

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Boy #2,984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough, fierce (diminutive)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Franklin Rank #389

Larkin Rank #2,984

Franklin is more popular, ranked #389 vs #2984 for Larkin.

Is Franklin or Larkin more popular?

Franklin is more popular, ranked #389 compared to Larkin at #2984 in the United States.

What do Franklin and Larkin mean?

Franklin means "free man, freeholder of land" (Middle English origin). Larkin means "rough, fierce (diminutive)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Franklin and Larkin boy or girl names?

Franklin is primarily a boy name. Larkin is primarily a boy name.