What origin is the name Fredrick?

Fredrick comes from German naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Fredrick?

Names from the same german tradition pair naturally with Fredrick — for example Emma, Amelia, Adeline. You can browse more on our german names page.

Fredrick

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Fredrick

Fredrick

Boy

German

2 syllables

Fredrick is a German boy's name meaning "Peaceful ruler.".

Parents who choose Fredrick pick a boy name from the German tradition, meaning "Peaceful ruler.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: German
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Peaceful ruler.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Fredrick

What does Fredrick mean?

Fredrick is a boy name of German origin meaning "Peaceful ruler.".

How popular is Fredrick?

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