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Cyrus vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Cyrus Rank #255
Frederick Rank #424

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyrus or Frederick more popular?

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Cyrus and Frederick mean?

Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Cyrus and Frederick boy or girl names?

Cyrus is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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