Freddie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFREH-dee / ˈfrɛdiEnglish; German
Meaning
English: Peaceful ruler; German: Powerful ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Freddie is often considered a diminutive of the name Frederick, which has roots in both English and German traditions. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been associated with various notable figures in music and sports, contributing to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Freddie has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Freddy
- Frede
International Variants
- Frederik (Dutch)
- Friedrich (German)
- Frederico (Italian)
- Fredo (Spanish)
Famous people named Freddie
Freddie Mercury was the lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Queen, known for his powerful voice and flamboyant stage presence.
Freddie Prinze Jr. is an American actor and producer, recognized for his roles in popular films such as 'She's All That' and 'Scooby-Doo'.
Freddie Gibbs is an American rapper and songwriter, acclaimed for his lyrical prowess and collaborations with various artists.
Freddie Roach is a former professional boxer and a renowned boxing trainer, known for training multiple world champions.
Fictional characters named Freddie
Freddie Benson is a character from the television series 'iCarly', known for his role as the tech-savvy friend of the main characters.
Freddie the Frog is a character in the children's book series by the same name, who embarks on various adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Freddie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Freddie has ranked as high as #315 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Freddie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Freddie (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 13 | |
NY | 9 | |
TX | 6 | |
UT | 6 | |
FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 9 |
1881 | 9 |
1883 | 6 |
1884 | 8 |
1885 | 11 |
1886 | 14 |
1887 | 7 |
1888 | 7 |
1889 | 12 |
1890 | 9 |
1891 | 13 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 18 |
1894 | 28 |
1895 | 24 |
1896 | 19 |
1897 | 30 |
1898 | 20 |
1899 | 25 |
1900 | 63 |
1901 | 29 |
1902 | 38 |
1903 | 45 |
1904 | 39 |
1905 | 46 |
1906 | 51 |
1907 | 74 |
1908 | 72 |
1909 | 76 |
1910 | 95 |
1911 | 100 |
1912 | 146 |
1913 | 167 |
1914 | 231 |
1915 | 283 |
1916 | 340 |
1917 | 354 |
1918 | 371 |
1919 | 437 |
1920 | 452 |
1921 | 497 |
1922 | 496 |
1923 | 570 |
1924 | 592 |
1925 | 647 |
1926 | 708 |
1927 | 713 |
1928 | 744 |
1929 | 822 |
1930 | 841 |
1931 | 805 |
1932 | 909 |
1933 | 925 |
1934 | 988 |
1935 | 1,082 |
1936 | 1,195 |
1937 | 1,165 |
1938 | 1,309 |
1939 | 1,237 |
1940 | 1,318 |
1941 | 1,412 |
1942 | 1,514 |
1943 | 1,495 |
1944 | 1,515 |
1945 | 1,427 |
1946 | 1,591 |
1947 | 1,724 |
1948 | 1,707 |
1949 | 1,673 |
1950 | 1,615 |
1951 | 1,560 |
1952 | 1,490 |
1953 | 1,548 |
1954 | 1,491 |
1955 | 1,427 |
1956 | 1,422 |
1957 | 1,340 |
1958 | 1,266 |
1959 | 1,246 |
1960 | 1,219 |
1961 | 1,144 |
1962 | 1,039 |
1963 | 914 |
1964 | 904 |
1965 | 845 |
1966 | 800 |
1967 | 767 |
1968 | 721 |
1969 | 663 |
1970 | 657 |
1971 | 585 |
1972 | 593 |
1973 | 555 |
1974 | 525 |
1975 | 548 |
1976 | 504 |
1977 | 517 |
1978 | 475 |
1979 | 469 |
1980 | 490 |
1981 | 473 |
1982 | 416 |
1983 | 409 |
1984 | 379 |
1985 | 355 |
1986 | 369 |
1987 | 330 |
1988 | 319 |
1989 | 302 |
1990 | 310 |
1991 | 282 |
1992 | 281 |
1993 | 262 |
1994 | 220 |
1995 | 203 |
1996 | 197 |
1997 | 201 |
1998 | 178 |
1999 | 177 |
2000 | 163 |
2001 | 169 |
2002 | 161 |
2003 | 164 |
2004 | 129 |
2005 | 137 |
2006 | 140 |
2007 | 116 |
2008 | 141 |
2009 | 133 |
2010 | 105 |
2011 | 98 |
2012 | 110 |
2013 | 117 |
2014 | 81 |
2015 | 84 |
2016 | 84 |
2017 | 77 |
2018 | 89 |
2019 | 102 |
2020 | 88 |
2021 | 65 |
2022 | 76 |
2023 | 76 |
2024 | 80 |