Fredric vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredric

Boy #6,370 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

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✓ All Clear

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Fredric Rank #6,370

Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #6370 for Fredric.

Is Fredric or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Fredric at #6370 in the United States.

What do Fredric and Richard mean?

Fredric means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Fredric and Richard boy or girl names?

Fredric is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.