TheNameDBFrankly
MasculineMeaning
In a frank or honest manner, used as an adverb or name.
Etymology
Frankly derives from frank, which comes from the Germanic Frank people and Latin Francus, combined with the adverbial suffix -ly. The term emphasizes honesty and directness.
About the Name Frankly
Frankly is an extremely rare given name, more commonly used as an adverb than as a personal name. It is not in standard contemporary use as a formal given name.