Frederick

Meaning of Frederick

Frederick means "peaceful ruler." It combines the elements "peace" and "power/rule."

Frederick has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Frederick

Frederick has cooled off, slipping to #435 in 2025, down from a peak of #395 in 2000.

Notable people named Frederick

• Frederick Douglass
  Abolitionist and orator
• Frederick Chopin
  Composer and pianist
• Fred Astaire
  Dancer and actor
• Frederick Law Olmsted
  Landscape architect
• Fred Savage
  Actor and director

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Questions about the name Frederick

What does the name Frederick mean?

Frederick means frederick means "peaceful ruler." it combines the elements "peace" and "power/rule.", and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Frederick a boy's or a girl's name?

Frederick is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Frederick?

In 2025, Frederick ranked #435 for boys, down from #423 the year before.

When was Frederick most popular?

Frederick peaked at #395 in 2000.