Fredrick vs Pierson

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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Pierson

Boy #1,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Peter (son of the rock)"

Origin: Old English/Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,460
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Pierson Rank #1,460

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Pierson more popular?

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Pierson mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Pierson means "son of Peter (son of the rock)" (Old English/Norman French origin).

Are Fredrick and Pierson boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Pierson is primarily a boy name.

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