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Raphael 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

Raphael Rank #421
Frederick Rank #424

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Frederick more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Frederick mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Raphael and Frederick boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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