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Frederick vs Lennox

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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Lennox

Boy #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm grove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic leamhanach

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#263
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Lennox Rank #263

Lennox is more popular, ranked #263 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Lennox more popular?

Lennox is more popular, ranked #263 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Lennox mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Lennox means "elm grove" (Scottish Gaelic leamhanach origin).

Are Frederick and Lennox boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Lennox is primarily a boy name.

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