Frederic
BoyFrederic is a boy's name of Germanic origin meaning "From Fred (peace) and ric (ruler), meaning peaceful ruler.". It is pronounced FRED-er-ik. Today it is a popular name (popularity 87/100) and fading.
Germanic origin · /FRED-er-ik/ · classic
Meaning: From Fred (peace) and ric (ruler), meaning peaceful ruler.
Insights
Most popular in the 1940s.
Today, Frederic is a popular, familiar name (popularity 87/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Frederic
What does Frederic mean?
Frederic means "From Fred (peace) and ric (ruler), meaning peaceful ruler.". It is of Germanic origin.
Is Frederic a boy or girl name?
Frederic is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Frederic?
Frederic is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 87/100. It was most popular in the 1940s.
How is Frederic pronounced?
Frederic is pronounced FRED-er-ik.
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