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Mathias 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

Mathias Rank #338
Frederick Rank #424

Mathias is more popular, ranked #338 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathias or Frederick more popular?

Mathias is more popular, ranked #338 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Mathias and Frederick mean?

Mathias means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Mathias and Frederick boy or girl names?

Mathias is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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