Frank Drake
American astronomer and astrophysicist (1930–2022)
1930 — 2022
Quick Facts
Profession
American astronomer and astrophysicist (1930–2022)
Born
May 28, 1930
Died
2022 (age ~92)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, astrophysicist, university teacher
United StatesBorn in ChicagoDied in Aptos
1930
Born in Chicago (1930-05-28)
2001
AwardAmerican Astronomical Society Education Prize
2022
Died in Aptos
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Frank Drake?+
Frank Donald Drake was an American astrophysicist and astrobiologist.
What does the name Frank mean?+
The name Frank means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is of English origin.
When was Frank Drake born?+
Frank Drake was born on May 28, 1930.
When did Frank Drake die?+
Frank Drake died in 2022, at approximately 92 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.
The name Frank is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Frank — May 28, 1930
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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Guestbook
The field isn't the same without you in it.
— a colleague
3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
— a night owl
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