Fritz vs Broderick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fritz

Boy #2,536 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German fridu + rih

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,536
Total SSA Count
53
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Fritz Rank #2,536
Broderick Rank #2,392

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 vs #2536 for Fritz.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fritz or Broderick more popular?

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 compared to Fritz at #2536 in the United States.

What do Fritz and Broderick mean?

Fritz means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German fridu + rih origin). Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin).

Are Fritz and Broderick boy or girl names?

Fritz is primarily a boy name. Broderick is primarily a boy name.

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