Fredric vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fredric

Reginald Edmund Clarence Beatrice Constance

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredric or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fredric at #6370 in the United States.

What do Fredric and Theodore mean?

Fredric means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Fredric and Theodore boy or girl names?

Fredric is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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