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Brody vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Brody Rank #224
Frederick Rank #424

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Frederick more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Brody and Frederick mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Brody and Frederick boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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