Franks (disambiguation) facts for kids

The Franks were a group of Germanic tribes who lived in Europe during the Middle Ages. They were very important in shaping the history of France and Germany.

The word "Franks" can also mean different things:

Franks as People and Groups

• Crusaders: Sometimes, people from Catholic western Europe during the Crusades were called "Franks" by people in the Middle East. You might hear similar words like Farangi, firang, farang, and barang which came from this.

Franks in Everyday Life

• Frankfurter sausages: These are the tasty sausages often used to make hot dogs!
• Franc: This is a type of money, or currency, used in some countries. It's called "Frank" in languages like Dutch, German, and English.

Franks in History and Places

• USS Franks (DD-554): This was a United States Navy warship, a type of ship used by the military.
• Franconia: This is a historical region located in Bavaria, Germany.
• Franken: This is a small town, called a commune, in the Haut-Rhin area of France.

Franks as a Name

• Franks is also a common surname, which is a family name.
• Al Franken (born 1951): He is a well-known American comedian and writer, who also served as a U.S. Senator.

See also

In Spanish: Frank para niños