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Emmet vs Fredrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emmet Rank #1,596
Fredrick Rank #1,656

Emmet is more popular, ranked #1596 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmet or Fredrick more popular?

Emmet is more popular, ranked #1596 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Emmet and Fredrick mean?

Emmet means "universal, whole" (Germanic origin). Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin).

Are Emmet and Fredrick boy or girl names?

Emmet is primarily a boy name. Fredrick is primarily a boy name.

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