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Frederick vs Andy

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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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Andy Rank #489

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Andy more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Andy mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Frederick and Andy boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Andy is primarily a boy name.

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