Frederick vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English German Scandinavian French American

8 High Risk

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Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

English American Scandinavian

✓ All Clear

Frederick Rank #424

Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #424 for Frederick.

Is Frederick or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Edwin mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Frederick and Edwin boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.