Fredrick Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Fredrick Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Fredrick Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Fredrick 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.

Fredrick Name Origin

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

Is Fredrick a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Fredrick

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