Boy · 272nd of 10,718
Fredrick
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
64,685
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1953
Peak Popularity Year
1,346
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Fredrick stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Fredrick originates from Old German, meaning 'peaceful ruler'. It evolved through various forms, including Friedrich and Frederick. The name carries traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. Historically, it became popular among nobility, and today it is viewed as a timeless and authoritative name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈfrɛd.rɪk/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
Fredrick is derived from the Germanic elements 'frid' meaning peace and 'ric' meaning ruler, thus it translates to 'peaceful ruler'.
Meaning
peaceful ruler
Language Evolution
Friedrich (Old High German), Frederic (Old French), Frederick (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Fredrick gained popularity in the medieval period and was commonly used among European royalty and nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Frederick, Frederic, Fritz, Fred
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Fredrick is perceived as a classic and strong name, often associated with leadership and authority.
Famous People
Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, Frederick Douglass, American social reformer and abolitionist, Frederick Nietzsche, German philosopher
Trend Analysis
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Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,346 peak births in 1953
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 241st of 7545 | 8,306 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 213th of 6773 | 11,126 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 226th of 7552 | 19,382 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 272nd of 10718 | 12,419 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 458th of 16616 | 6,829 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 877th of 24088 | 3,337 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1400th of 23106 | 1,564 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6852nd of 9204 | 19 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6119th of 12526 | 72 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5647th of 19264 | 141 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18297th of 27321 | 23 |