Franke

Meaning

A surname derived from the personal name Frank or from Franken (Franconia), a region in Germany.

Etymology

Franke is a German surname derived from the personal name Frank or from the region of Franken (Franconia). The name may also relate to 'Franke' meaning a Frank or person from Franconia.

About the Franke Surname

Franke is a German patronymic or topographic surname derived from the personal name Frank or the region of Franconia. The name is common in German-speaking regions.

Distribution

Primarily found in Germany, particularly in Franconia and surrounding regions, with diaspora in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Franke Surname