Fredrick vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

English American German Scandinavian

8 High Risk

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Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

✓ All Clear

Fredrick Rank #1,656

Smith Rank #1,580

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Is Fredrick or Smith more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Smith mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Fredrick and Smith boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.