Frederica
Frederica is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Peaceful ruler or ruler of peace.
Origin and history
Frederica is a feminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from components meaning 'peaceful ruler'. It was historically introduced to English-speaking regions through European royal connections, particularly German and British royalty. In the United States, it is a traditional yet rare choice that has consistently maintained low usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,358 babies in the United States have been named Frederica since 1880. It ranks #3632 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2076.
States where it is most popular
- NY (69.2 %)
- CA (6.2 %)
- MA (5.4 %)
- FL (4 %)
- GA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 41 |
| 1890-1900 | 97 |
| 1900-1910 | 78 |
| 1910-1920 | 225 |
| 1920-1930 | 176 |
| 1930-1940 | 182 |
| 1940-1950 | 289 |
| 1950-1960 | 319 |
| 1960-1970 | 354 |
| 1970-1980 | 200 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 130 |
| 2000-2010 | 49 |
| 2010-2019 | 27 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Frederica
- Frederica von Stade: Opera singer, Mezzo-soprano
Nicknames
Freddie, Freda, Erica, Rica
Fun facts
- Frederica became prominent across Europe through various German royal houses and intermarriages with the British monarchy.
- The name is the Latinized feminine form of Frederick, combining elements meaning 'peace' and 'power'.