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Fredrick vs Townes

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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Townes

Boy #1,554 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,554
Total SSA Count
113
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Townes Rank #1,554

Townes is more popular, ranked #1554 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Townes more popular?

Townes is more popular, ranked #1554 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Townes mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Fredrick and Townes boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Townes is primarily a boy name.

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