Fredrick vs Thad

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
Thad Rank #26,404

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 vs #26404 for Thad.

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

Thad ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fredrick

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If you choose Thad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Thad more popular?

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 compared to Thad at #26404 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Thad mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin).

Are Fredrick and Thad boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Thad is primarily a boy name.

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