Fredrick vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

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 Fredrick

Eleanor Beatrice Henry Edmund Clara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Theodore mean?

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

Are Fredrick and Theodore boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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