Frederic
Frederic: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Frederic
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, a French-style spelling variant of Frederick.
How popular is Frederic?
Since 1880, 14,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Frederic. Its highest rank for boys was #302 in 1885. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Frederic
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Frederic
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Frederic FAQ
What does the name Frederic mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, a French-style spelling variant of Frederick.
What is the origin of the name Frederic?
Frederic is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Frederic?
Since 1880, 14,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Frederic. Its highest rank for boys was #302 in 1885. In 2025, 42 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Frederic a boy or girl name?
Frederic is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 14,440 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.