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Raymond 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

Raymond Rank #380
Frederick Rank #424

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond or Frederick more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Frederick mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Raymond and Frederick boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Frederick is primarily a boy name.

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