Frederic Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Frederic Name at a Glance

Name	Frederic
Meaning	From the Old German name Frithuric, meaning peaceful ruler.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Frederic Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Frederic means “From the Old German name Frithuric, meaning peaceful ruler”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Frederic Name Origin

Our database records Frederic under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Frederic a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Frederic is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Frederic

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