Friedrich
Friedrich: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Friedrich
- A male given name from German, equivalent to English Frederick.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Friedrich.
How popular is Friedrich?
Since 1880, 652 boys in the U.S. have been named Friedrich. Its highest rank for boys was #1915 in 1962. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Friedrich
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More German boy names
Sibling name ideas for Friedrich
Sister and brother names that share Friedrich's German roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Friedrich FAQ
What does the name Friedrich mean?
A male given name from German, equivalent to English Frederick. Borrowed from German Friedrich.
What is the origin of the name Friedrich?
Friedrich is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Friedrich?
Since 1880, 652 boys in the U.S. have been named Friedrich. Its highest rank for boys was #1915 in 1962. In 2025, 29 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Friedrich a boy or girl name?
Friedrich is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 652 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.