Frederick

At a Glance: Name: Frederick – Meaning: peaceful ruler – Origin: German – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: FRED-rik

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Frederick is a German name meaning peaceful ruler, pronounced FRED-rik. It's a timeless classic with a vintage feel — the kind of name that has stuck around for generations. If you're weighing it for a baby boy, it brings a straightforward, established feel rather than a trendy one.

Meaning & Origin of Frederick

Meaning: Peaceful ruler.

Origin: German.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Frederick

Phonetic: FRED-rik   IPA: /ˈfrɛdrɪk/

Popularity of Frederick

Frederick hit its high point in 1880, ranking #33 with 483 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #423, though 741 babies were named Frederick that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Frederick mean?

Peaceful ruler. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Frederick)

How do you pronounce Frederick?

Frederick is pronounced FRED-rik (IPA: /ˈfrɛdrɪk/).

Is Frederick a popular name right now?

Frederick peaked at #33 in 1880 and is ranked #423 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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