Frederick
FRED-rik
Popularity
#423
Letters
9
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
266,429
Peak Year
#4,997 in 1952
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Peaceful ruler. From the Germanic name Friedrich.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Frederick Douglass
American social reformer and abolitionist
Frederick Chopin
Polish composer and pianist
Personality Traits
Want to explore Frederick further?
Get personalized name suggestions or dive deep into the cultural history of Frederick.
More Names to Explore
View allHenry
Germanic
Meaning
Henry means 'ruler of the home' or 'powerful ruler'. It is derived from the Germanic name Heinrich.
William
Germanic
Meaning
William is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'wil' meaning 'will, desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet, protection'. Thus, 'resolute protector'.
Charles
Germanic
Meaning
Charles is a Germanic name meaning 'free man.' It derives from the Germanic element 'karl,' which originally referred to a free man, not a serf or slave.