Frederic Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Frederic has Germanic origins, meaning 'peaceful ruler'. Its evolution includes forms in various languages, such as Friedrich and Frederik. The name is associated with leadership and nobility. It does not have a biblical relevance. Historically, it gained popularity during the Middle Ages and has remained a respected choice in modern times.
The name Frederic is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Frederic has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Frederic' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 426th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 430th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 524th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 800th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1525th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2992nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3045th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Frederic' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Frederic"
Pronunciation
/ˈfrɛdərɪk/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Frederic is derived from the Germanic elements 'frid', meaning 'peace', and 'ric', meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. Thus, the name collectively means 'peaceful ruler'.
Meaning
peaceful ruler
Language Evolution
Frederic (Modern English), Friedrich (German), Frederik (Dutch), Friedrich (Old High German), Fridurih (Proto-Germanic)
Historical Usage
Frederic gained popularity in various European countries during the Middle Ages, particularly in German-speaking regions, due to the influence of notable historical figures such as kings and emperors bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Frederick, Fred, Freddy, Fritz
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Frederic is viewed as a classic name that carries a sense of sophistication and tradition. It is often associated with nobility and leadership.
Famous People
Frederic Chopin (composer), Frederic Bastiat (economist), Frederic Remington (artist), Frederic Ozanam (founder of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Frederic"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Frederic"
"Frederic" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 426th of 7545 | 3,127 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 430th of 6773 | 3,394 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 524th of 7552 | 3,975 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 800th of 10718 | 1,649 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1525th of 16616 | 832 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2992nd of 24088 | 551 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3045th of 23106 | 467 |
Regional Popularity of "Frederic" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.86% 352nd/1416 |
18.27% 252nd/1379 |
77.22% 1827th/2366 |
35.99% 411th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
22.45% 347th/1546 |
14.20% 221st/1556 |
55.04% 1295th/2353 |
27.93% 432nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
20.30% 452nd/2227 |
12.84% 312th/2430 |
35.05% 1000th/2853 |
20.22% 561st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.24% 800th/2937 |
16.77% 584th/3483 |
27.74% 976th/3518 |
22.26% 900th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
28.11% 1258th/4475 |
38.68% 2009th/5194 |
25.68% 1622nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
51.67% 2668th/5164 |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
36.97% 2759th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
67.17% 3014th/4487 |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
37.19% 2334th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Frederic" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Frederic"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Frederic" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.