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Alexis vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
741
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Frederick Rank #424

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Frederick more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Frederick mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Alexis and Frederick boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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