Freddy
Freddy: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɹɛdi/
Meaning and origin of Freddy
- A diminutive of the male given name Frederick.
Etymology
From Fred + -y.
How popular is Freddy?
Since 1880, 172 girls and 26,796 boys in the U.S. have been named Freddy (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3266 in 1934. Its highest rank for boys was #321 in 1946. In 2025, 127 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Freddy
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Freddy FAQ
What does the name Freddy mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Frederick. From Fred + -y.
How popular is the name Freddy?
Since 1880, 172 girls and 26,796 boys in the U.S. have been named Freddy (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3266 in 1934. Its highest rank for boys was #321 in 1946. In 2025, 127 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Freddy a boy or girl name?
Freddy is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 172 girls and 26,796 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.