Fred vs Linden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fred

Boy #1,686 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,551 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"linden tree, lime tree"

Origin: Old English

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Fred Rank #1,686

Linden Rank #1,551

Linden is more popular, ranked #1551 vs #1686 for Fred.

Is Fred or Linden more popular?

Linden is more popular, ranked #1551 compared to Fred at #1686 in the United States.

What do Fred and Linden mean?

Fred means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Linden means "linden tree, lime tree" (Old English origin).

Are Fred and Linden boy or girl names?

Fred is primarily a boy name. Linden is primarily a boy name.