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Frederick vs Russell

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
Russell Rank #368

Russell is more popular, ranked #368 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Russell more popular?

Russell is more popular, ranked #368 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Russell mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin).

Are Frederick and Russell boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Russell is primarily a boy name.

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