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Jeffrey 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

Jeffrey Rank #521
Frederick Rank #424

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeffrey or Frederick more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Jeffrey and Frederick mean?

Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Jeffrey and Frederick boy or girl names?

Jeffrey is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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