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Frederick vs Julius

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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Julius

Boy #390 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Julian clan, youthful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman European American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#390
Total SSA Count
838
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Julius Rank #390

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Julius more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Julius mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Frederick and Julius boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.

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