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Frederick vs Cassian

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
Cassian Rank #617

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #617 for Cassian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Cassian more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Cassian at #617 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Cassian mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin).

Are Frederick and Cassian boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Cassian is primarily a boy name.

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