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Fredrick vs Loki

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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Loki

Boy #1,771 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"trickster, shapeshifter"

Origin: Old Norse mythology

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse mythology Modern pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,771
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Loki Rank #1,771

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 vs #1771 for Loki.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Loki more popular?

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 compared to Loki at #1771 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Loki mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Loki means "trickster, shapeshifter" (Old Norse mythology origin).

Are Fredrick and Loki boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Loki is primarily a boy name.

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