It can be seen from the maps shown below that although the name Franks is widely distributed, it is concentrated in the central and eastern counties of England. Could the meaning of the name in some way be tied to this dependent on profession? Or do the maps just show migration due to socio-economic changes?

  • Upto 1600

    Franks name distribution map upto 1600

  • 1601 - 1700

    Franks name distribution map 1601 - 1700

  • 1701 - 1800

    Franks name distribution map 1701 - 1800

  • 1801 - 1900

    Franks name distribution map 1801 - 1900