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Terrence vs Fredrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Fredrick Rank #1,656

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Fredrick more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Fredrick mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin).

Are Terrence and Fredrick boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Fredrick is primarily a boy name.

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