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Kolton 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

Kolton Rank #530
Frederick Rank #424

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #530 for Kolton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kolton or Frederick more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Kolton at #530 in the United States.

What do Kolton and Frederick mean?

Kolton means "settlement near the coal" (Old English origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Kolton and Frederick boy or girl names?

Kolton is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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