Frederic vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederic

Boy #2,888 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler, peaceful power"

Origin: Old Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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8 High Risk

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Frederic Rank #2,888

Frederick Rank #424

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #2888 for Frederic.

Is Frederic or Frederick more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Frederic at #2888 in the United States.

What do Frederic and Frederick mean?

Frederic means "peaceful ruler, peaceful power" (Old Germanic origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Frederic and Frederick boy or girl names?

Frederic is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.