Frederic Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFRED-er-ik / /ˈfrɛdərɪk/German; French
Meaning
German: peaceful ruler; French: peaceful ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Frederic has roots in both German and French cultures. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'frid' meaning peace and 'ric' meaning ruler. The name has been borne by various historical figures, including kings and nobles, which contributed to its popularity in Europe. In modern times, it remains a classic name with a timeless appeal.
Trend Summary
Frederic has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Frederick
- Fritz
- Frederica
International Variants
- Frederic (French)
- Friedrich (German)
- Frédéric (French)
- Federico (Italian/Spanish)
Famous people named Frederic
Frederic Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his solo piano compositions.
Frederic Auguste Bartholdi was a French sculptor best known for designing the Statue of Liberty.
Frederic Joliot-Curie was a French physicist and Nobel laureate recognized for his work in nuclear physics.
Frederic Bazille was a French painter associated with the Impressionist movement, known for his landscapes and figure paintings.
Fictional characters named Frederic
Frederic is a character in the operetta 'The Pirates of Penzance' by Gilbert and Sullivan, portrayed as a young man who is a pirate apprentice.
Frederic is a character in the animated film 'The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea', where he is depicted as a prince.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frederic was first seen in the United States in 1880. Frederic has ranked as high as #737 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in New York, California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Frederic has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frederic (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 22 |
1881 | 13 |
1882 | 25 |
1883 | 20 |
1884 | 26 |
1885 | 32 |
1886 | 13 |
1887 | 20 |
1888 | 19 |
1889 | 23 |
1890 | 21 |
1891 | 16 |
1892 | 10 |
1893 | 9 |
1894 | 16 |
1895 | 14 |
1896 | 17 |
1897 | 29 |
1898 | 26 |
1899 | 22 |
1900 | 10 |
1901 | 16 |
1902 | 18 |
1903 | 19 |
1904 | 16 |
1905 | 29 |
1906 | 19 |
1907 | 15 |
1908 | 31 |
1909 | 31 |
1910 | 44 |
1911 | 40 |
1912 | 118 |
1913 | 134 |
1914 | 173 |
1915 | 240 |
1916 | 202 |
1917 | 218 |
1918 | 202 |
1919 | 151 |
1920 | 193 |
1921 | 202 |
1922 | 169 |
1923 | 180 |
1924 | 174 |
1925 | 157 |
1926 | 169 |
1927 | 167 |
1928 | 144 |
1929 | 165 |
1930 | 163 |
1931 | 141 |
1932 | 141 |
1933 | 175 |
1934 | 185 |
1935 | 142 |
1936 | 175 |
1937 | 192 |
1938 | 221 |
1939 | 207 |
1940 | 197 |
1941 | 212 |
1942 | 257 |
1943 | 245 |
1944 | 208 |
1945 | 224 |
1946 | 288 |
1947 | 299 |
1948 | 255 |
1949 | 271 |
1950 | 238 |
1951 | 241 |
1952 | 276 |
1953 | 229 |
1954 | 225 |
1955 | 224 |
1956 | 214 |
1957 | 188 |
1958 | 186 |
1959 | 152 |
1960 | 143 |
1961 | 144 |
1962 | 139 |
1963 | 127 |
1964 | 136 |
1965 | 142 |
1966 | 116 |
1967 | 135 |
1968 | 135 |
1969 | 129 |
1970 | 145 |
1971 | 135 |
1972 | 87 |
1973 | 93 |
1974 | 98 |
1975 | 64 |
1976 | 75 |
1977 | 79 |
1978 | 55 |
1979 | 95 |
1980 | 66 |
1981 | 63 |
1982 | 57 |
1983 | 67 |
1984 | 49 |
1985 | 56 |
1986 | 66 |
1987 | 50 |
1988 | 40 |
1989 | 62 |
1990 | 47 |
1991 | 48 |
1992 | 47 |
1993 | 44 |
1994 | 41 |
1995 | 39 |
1996 | 56 |
1997 | 49 |
1998 | 40 |
1999 | 41 |
2000 | 43 |
2001 | 34 |
2002 | 38 |
2003 | 29 |
2004 | 34 |
2005 | 40 |
2006 | 35 |
2007 | 32 |
2008 | 32 |
2009 | 24 |
2010 | 20 |
2011 | 26 |
2012 | 34 |
2013 | 27 |
2014 | 44 |
2015 | 39 |
2016 | 41 |
2017 | 48 |
2018 | 35 |
2019 | 38 |
2020 | 34 |
2021 | 42 |
2022 | 35 |
2023 | 40 |
2024 | 44 |