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Marshall 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

Marshall Rank #392
Frederick Rank #424

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Frederick more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Frederick mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Marshall and Frederick boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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