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Frederick vs Sutton

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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Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Sutton Rank #442

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Sutton more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Sutton mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Frederick and Sutton boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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