Frederic vs Hadrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederic

Boy #2,888 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler, peaceful power"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

French German English Scandinavian Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,888
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Fred, Freddie, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Frederic Rank #2,888
Hadrian Rank #2,855

Hadrian is more popular, ranked #2855 vs #2888 for Frederic.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Frederic ___

  • Frederic Louis
  • Frederic Henri
  • Frederic Charles
  • Frederic William
  • Frederic James
  • Frederic Auguste

Hadrian ___

  • Hadrian James
  • Hadrian Cole
  • Hadrian Sebastian
  • Hadrian Elliot
  • Hadrian Fox
  • Hadrian Marcus

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Frederic

Henri Leopold Cecile Marguerite Albert

If you choose Hadrian

Octavia Julius Cassius Livia Marcus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederic or Hadrian more popular?

Hadrian is more popular, ranked #2855 compared to Frederic at #2888 in the United States.

What do Frederic and Hadrian mean?

Frederic means "peaceful ruler, peaceful power" (Old Germanic origin). Hadrian means "dark complexion" (Latin origin).

Are Frederic and Hadrian boy or girl names?

Frederic is primarily a boy name. Hadrian is primarily a boy name.

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