
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
1930
Born in Chicago (1930-05-28)
2001
AwardAmerican Astronomical Society Education Prize
2022
Died in Aptos
Frequently Asked Questions
Frank Donald Drake was an American astrophysicist and astrobiologist.
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.
Frank Drake was born on May 28, 1930.
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
Would you name your baby Frank?
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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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