Frederico Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Frederico is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'peaceful ruler'. It evolved from 'Fridrich' through various forms such as Frederik and Frederick. The name carries traits of nobility and charm, with no biblical relevance, and has been popular since the Middle Ages, particularly among the aristocracy.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Frederico"
Pronunciation
/freɪˈdɛrɪkoʊ/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Frederico is derived from the Germanic name 'Fridrich', which means 'peaceful ruler' or 'peaceful king'. It combines the elements 'frid', meaning peace, and 'rih', meaning ruler or king.
Meaning
peaceful ruler
Language Evolution
Fridrich, Frederik, Frederick, Frederico
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly among nobility across Europe, and has remained in use in various forms throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Frederik, Frederick, Fritz, Freddie
Modern Popularity & Image
Frederico is often associated with sophistication and a classic charm. It has a noble connotation due to its historical roots.
Famous People
Frederico García Lorca - Spanish poet and playwright, Frederico Fellini - Renowned Italian film director, Frederico Chaves Guedes - Brazilian footballer
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 21 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Frederico"
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 "Frederico"
"Frederico" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3876th of 7545 | 69 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2958th of 6773 | 121 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2203rd of 7552 | 259 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2574th of 10718 | 231 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4136th of 16616 | 193 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7610th of 24088 | 140 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9892nd of 23106 | 76 |
Regional Popularity of "Frederico" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
80.83% 1902nd/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
61.62% 1758th/2853 |
43.39% 1204th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Frederico" 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 "Frederico"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Frederico" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Frederico" in the United States
The name Frederico is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West 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, Frederico has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Frederico' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3876th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2958th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2203rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4136th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7610th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9892nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Frederico' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.