Frederic vs Dempsey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederic

Boy #2,888 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler, peaceful power"

Origin: Old Germanic

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Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Frederic Rank #2,888

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 vs #2888 for Frederic.

Is Frederic or Dempsey more popular?

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 compared to Frederic at #2888 in the United States.

What do Frederic and Dempsey mean?

Frederic means "peaceful ruler, peaceful power" (Old Germanic origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Frederic and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Frederic is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.