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Frederick vs Lewis

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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Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Lewis Rank #435

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #435 for Lewis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Lewis more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Lewis mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Frederick and Lewis boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Lewis is primarily a boy name.

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