Frederich
Frederich is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Peaceful ruler.
Origin and history
Frederich is a spelling variant of the Germanic name Frederick, derived from elements meaning peaceful ruler. Historically used in German-speaking regions, it saw occasional use in the United States in earlier decades but is rare today.
Popularity in the United States
630 babies in the United States have been named Frederich since 1880. It ranks #4046 all-time.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 86 |
| 1920-1930 | 109 |
| 1930-1940 | 79 |
| 1940-1950 | 83 |
| 1950-1960 | 94 |
| 1960-1970 | 96 |
| 1970-1980 | 68 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Fred, Freddie, Freddy, Rik
Fun facts
- Frederich reflects a German-influenced spelling variant of the traditional English name Frederick.
- While rare in modern times, the name was used more consistently in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.