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Fredrick vs Hendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Hendrick

Boy #1,575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Dutch German Scandinavian South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,575
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

{:type=>:rhyme_pattern, :severity=>:low, :message=>"'Hendrick' ending sounds like 'sick/thick/dick'"}

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Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Hendrick Rank #1,575

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Hendrick more popular?

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Hendrick mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Hendrick means "ruler of the home" (Old High German origin).

Are Fredrick and Hendrick boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Hendrick is primarily a boy name.

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