Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 07, 2024

Frantisek

US Popularity Rank: 12167

Origin: Czech

Meaning: Belonging to the people of the Franks

Frantisek is a boy’s name of German, Czech, and Slovak origin. Deriving from the Medieval Latin Franciscus, it means “belonging to the people of the Franks,” harking back to an era of brave warriors. It’s also linked to the Germanic word franka, which meant javelin or spear. Just like a spear, your little Frantisek is sure to always hit a strike lucky and leave a mark wherever they go.