| Meaning | peaceful ruler |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Fred-rick |
About Fredrick
Dignified and substantial, Fredrick embodies traditional strength with enduring appeal. This name hasn't followed fleeting trends, instead maintaining steady respect across generations. Parents choosing Fredrick often value stability and heritage, seeking names that connect their children to something larger than contemporary fashion.
The name carries inherent authority without feeling stuffy or overly formal. Fredrick suits someone who might grow into leadership naturally, though it certainly doesn't limit other paths. Its classic structure means your son won't need to constantly correct pronunciation or spelling—most people get it right immediately.
Excellent nickname potential provides versatility: Fred offers casual friendliness, Freddie brings youthful charm, and Rick provides a modern alternative. This flexibility allows your child to choose how he's known in different life stages and contexts.
Fredrick works across professional settings without raising eyebrows or requiring explanation. It looks polished on resumes, sounds confident in introductions, and ages gracefully. For families appreciating time-tested choices over novelty, Fredrick delivers reliability. The name suggests someone grounded and trustworthy, qualities parents naturally hope to cultivate in their children.
Nicknames for Fredrick
| Fred |
| Freddy |
| Rick |
| Ricky |
| Derick |
Famous People Named Fredrick
| Fredrick Douglass | American abolitionist, orator, and writer |
| Frederick Banting | Canadian scientist, co-discoverer of insulin |
| Frederick Chopin | Polish composer and virtuoso pianist |
| Frederick the Great | King of Prussia and military leader |
| Frederick Forsyth | English author and journalist |
| Fredrick Herzberg | American psychologist and management theorist |
| Frederick Law Olmsted | American landscape architect, designed Central Park |
| Frederick Loewe | German-American composer of musicals |
| Frederick Sanger | British biochemist, two-time Nobel laureate |
| Fredrick W. Smith | Founder of FedEx Corporation |
| Frederick Ashton | English ballet dancer and choreographer |
| Frederick Winslow Taylor | American engineer and father of scientific management |
| Fredrick Wiseman | American documentary filmmaker |
| Frederick Starr | American anthropologist and explorer |
| Frederick Fleet | Titanic's lookout who spotted the iceberg |
| Fredrick William IV of Prussia | Prussian king and German emperor |
| Frederick Sturckow | American astronaut and Marine Corps officer |
| Frederick Lanchester | British engineer and inventor |
| Fredrick Martin Lehmann | Australian businessman and philanthropist |
| Frederick P. Brooks | American computer scientist, author of "The Mythical Man-Month" |
Characters Named Fredrick
| Frederick Frankenstein | Dr. Frankenstein - From the movie "Young Frankenstein" |
| Frederick "Fred" Jones | From the "Scooby-Doo" franchise |
| Fredrick "Fred" Weasley | From the "Harry Potter" series |
| Frederick Chilton | From the novel and movie "The Silence of the Lambs" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Andrews | From the TV series "Riverdale" |
| Frederick Little | From E.B. White's "Stuart Little" |
| Frederick "Fred" Flintstone | From the animated series "The Flintstones" |
| Frederick "Fred" Gailey | From the movie "Miracle on 34th Street" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Abberline | From the graphic novel and movie "From Hell" |
| Frederick "Fred" Claremont | From Agatha Christie's "The Seven Dials Mystery" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Jones Sr. | From the movie "A Christmas Carol" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Clegg | From the novel and movie "The Collector" |
| Frederick "Fred" Colgate | From the TV series "Boston Public" |
| Frederick "Fred" Pope | From the movie "Drop Dead Fred" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Rovick | From the TV series "Mork & Mindy" |
| Frederick "Fred" Gaunt | From Stephen King's "Dreamcatcher" |
| Fredrick "Fred" Newmeyer | From the movie "Safety Last!" |
| Frederick "Fred" Frankland | From the TV series "The Killing" |
| Frederick "Fred" Hunter | From the movie "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three" |
| Frederick "Fred" Andrews | From the TV series "Katy Keene" |