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Fredric

FRED-rik

Fredric is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “A variant of Frederick, meaning 'peaceful ruler' or 'peaceful power'. It is of Germanic origin.”. It currently ranks #6254 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1947.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginGermanic

What Fredric Means

A variant of Frederick, meaning 'peaceful ruler' or 'peaceful power'. It is of Germanic origin.

The Story of Fredric

This classic name, echoing Germanic roots of peace and power, feels like a steadfast promise of wise leadership for your son.

Fredric is a variant of Frederick, a name of Old Germanic origin derived from 'frith,' meaning 'peace,' and 'ric,' meaning 'ruler.' Together, they signify 'peaceful ruler' or 'peaceful power.' This noble name has a long history in European royalty and nobility, spreading its influence across centuries and cultures.

Saying 'Fredric' has a grounded, authoritative sound, like a steady hand guiding the way. It’s a name that feels both wise and strong, a promise of the responsible, calm leadership you hope your son will embody. You’ll feel its reliable cadence when you write it on his baby blanket, a name that anchors him to purpose.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Fredric March

    American actor

Personality Traits

ResponsibleLoyalPracticalStable

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#223 in 1947

Total Births

8,379

First Recorded

1881

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