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Frederick vs Albert

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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Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
467
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Albert Rank #607

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #607 for Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Albert more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Albert at #607 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Albert mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin).

Are Frederick and Albert boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Albert is primarily a boy name.

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