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Frederick vs Mathias

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
Mathias Rank #338

Mathias is more popular, ranked #338 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Mathias more popular?

Mathias is more popular, ranked #338 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Mathias mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Mathias means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Frederick and Mathias boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Mathias is primarily a boy name.

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