Fredric
Fredric is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Peaceful ruler.
Origin and history
Fredric is a variant spelling of Frederick, derived from the Germanic elements meaning peaceful ruler. While less common than the traditional 'ck' spelling, it has a long history of steady use in the United States. Today, it remains a distinctive choice that retains a classic, traditional feel.
Popularity in the United States
8,395 babies in the United States have been named Fredric since 1880. It ranks #1320 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1842.
States where it is most popular
- NY (27 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- IL (9.9 %)
- PA (9.8 %)
- MI (8.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 32 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 29 |
| 1910-1920 | 490 |
| 1920-1930 | 577 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,358 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,887 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,675 |
| 1960-1970 | 868 |
| 1970-1980 | 567 |
| 1980-1990 | 306 |
| 1990-2000 | 238 |
| 2000-2010 | 136 |
| 2010-2019 | 136 |
| 2020-2029 | 85 |
Famous people named Fredric
- Fredric March: Actor
- Fredric Brown: Author, Novelist
- Fredric Jameson: Literary Critic, Philosopher
Nicknames
Fred, Freddie, Freddy
Fun facts
- Fredric drops the final 'k' found in the conventional English spelling Frederick, giving it a slightly streamlined look.