Fredric vs Nix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredric

Boy #6,370 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,370
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Fred, Freddy, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fredric Rank #6,370
Nix Rank #6,268

Nix is more popular, ranked #6268 vs #6370 for Fredric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fredric ___

  • Fredric James
  • Fredric William
  • Fredric Thomas
  • Fredric Charles
  • Fredric Arthur
  • Fredric George

Nix ___

  • Nix Alexander
  • Nix James
  • Nix Thomas
  • Nix Oliver
  • Nix Henry
  • Nix River

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Fredric

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If you choose Nix

Zara Jax Luna Mav Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredric or Nix more popular?

Nix is more popular, ranked #6268 compared to Fredric at #6370 in the United States.

What do Fredric and Nix mean?

Fredric means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Nix means "water sprite, water spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Fredric and Nix boy or girl names?

Fredric is primarily a boy name. Nix is primarily a boy name.

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