Frederik

At a Glance: Name: Frederik – Meaning: peaceful ruler – Origin: Dutch/Scandinavian – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: FRED-er-ik

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Frederik is a Dutch and Scandinavian name that means peaceful ruler. It's a name with real roots in Northern Europe, carrying a calm, steady meaning rather than a flashy one. Parents drawn to understated, historically grounded names may want to take a closer look at Frederik.

Meaning & Origin of Frederik

Meaning: Peaceful ruler.

Origin: Dutch/Scandinavian.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Frederik

Phonetic: FRED-er-ik   IPA: /ˈfrɛdərɪk/

Popularity of Frederik

SSA records dating back to 1920 show Frederik reaching its highest popularity in 1951, when it ranked #2173 with 13 babies given the name. By 2024, it ranked #5102, given to 19 babies that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1920–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Frederik mean?

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

How do you pronounce Frederik?

Frederik is pronounced FRED-er-ik (IPA: /ˈfrɛdərɪk/).

Is Frederik a popular name right now?

Frederik peaked at #2173 in 1951 and is ranked #5102 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1920–2024.)

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