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Frederick vs Matthias

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
Matthias Rank #472

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #472 for Matthias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Matthias more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Matthias at #472 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Matthias mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Matthias means "gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Frederick and Matthias boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Matthias is primarily a boy name.

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