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Grant vs Frederick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
741
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Grant Rank #241
Frederick Rank #424

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Frederick more popular?

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Grant and Frederick mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Grant and Frederick boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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