Fredrick vs Shay

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

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Shay Rank #1,156

Shay is more popular, ranked #1156 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fredrick ___

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

Shay ___

  • Shay Lynn
  • Shay Marie
  • Shay Elizabeth
  • Shay Nicole
  • Shay Renee
  • Shay Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fredrick

Eleanor Beatrice Henry Edmund Clara

If you choose Shay

Riley Quinn Reagan Rowan Finley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Shay more popular?

Shay is more popular, ranked #1156 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Shay mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Shay means "stately, admirable" (Old Irish origin).

Are Fredrick and Shay boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Shay is primarily a girl name.

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