Frederick: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A peaceful ruler who governs with kindness.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #485
- Peak
- #33 in 1880
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Frederick Means
Frederick is a boy name of English origin. A peaceful ruler who governs with kindness.
How Popular Frederick Is
Frederick currently ranks #485 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #33 in 1880. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Frederick
- Frederick reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #33 in 1880.
- Frederick has been a top 100 name across 166+ years of American history.
- Frederick is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Frederick
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Frederick
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Frederick.
Questions About Frederick
What does Frederick mean?
Frederick is a boy name of English origin. A peaceful ruler who governs with kindness.
How popular is Frederick?
Frederick currently ranks #485 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #33 in 1880. It has held steady.
Where does Frederick come from?
Frederick comes from English roots. Frederick reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #33 in 1880.
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