Delano 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
Nicknames
Fred, Freddie, Rick

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Delano Rank #3,595
Fredrick Rank #1,656

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 vs #3595 for Delano.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delano ___

  • Delano James
  • Delano Francis
  • Delano Ray
  • Delano Scott
  • Delano Anthony
  • Delano Marcus

Fredrick ___

  • Fredrick James
  • Fredrick John
  • Fredrick Henry
  • Fredrick William
  • Fredrick Thomas
  • Fredrick Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Delano

Roosevelt Franklin Monroe Adelaide Eleanor

If you choose Fredrick

Eleanor Beatrice Henry Edmund Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delano or Fredrick more popular?

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 compared to Delano at #3595 in the United States.

What do Delano and Fredrick mean?

Delano means "of the night" (Old French origin). Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin).

Are Delano and Fredrick boy or girl names?

Delano is primarily a boy name. Fredrick is primarily a boy name.

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