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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Peaceful ruler
- Origin
- Germanic
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- fred-uh-REE-kuh
Frederica is a Germanic name that means "peaceful ruler." It's a feminine name with a long, formal shape, and it leaves room for shorter nicknames if you want a softer everyday version.
Meaning & Origin of Frederica
Meaning: Peaceful ruler.
Origin: Germanic.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Frederica
fred-uh-REE-kuhIPA /ˌfrɛdəˈriːkə/
Popularity of Frederica
Frederica peaked at #752 in 1887, when 10 babies were given the name. By 2023 it had fallen to #15968, with 5 babies, so a child named Frederica today would rarely share the name with anyone.
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FAQ
What does the name Frederica mean?
Peaceful ruler. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Frederica?
Frederica is pronounced fred-uh-REE-kuh (IPA: /ˌfrɛdəˈriːkə/).
Is Frederica a popular name right now?
Frederica peaked at #752 in 1887 and is ranked #15968 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1883–2023.)
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