Fritz
Fritz: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɹɪts/
Meaning and origin of Fritz
Root meaning: “Frederick”
- A diminutive of the male given name Friedrich.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Fritz, pet form of Friedrich (“Frederick”).
How popular is Fritz?
Since 1880, 6,683 boys in the U.S. have been named Fritz. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 1888. In 2025, 47 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Fritz FAQ
What does the name Fritz mean?
Fritz traces back to a root meaning "Frederick". A diminutive of the male given name Friedrich. Borrowed from German Fritz, pet form of Friedrich (“Frederick”).
What is the origin of the name Fritz?
Fritz is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Fritz?
Since 1880, 6,683 boys in the U.S. have been named Fritz. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 1888. In 2025, 47 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Fritz a boy or girl name?
Fritz is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 6,683 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.