Frederik
Danish · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Frederik
Frederik derives from the Germanic elements "frid" (peace) and "ric" (ruler), meaning "peaceful ruler" or "ruler of peace." The name is primarily used in Scandinavian countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), the Netherlands, and German-speaking regions, with notable historical bearers including multiple Danish and Norwegian kings, reflecting its deep roots in Northern European royalty and Protestant cultures.
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Etymology
Frederik derives from the Germanic elements "frid" (peace) and "ric" (ruler), meaning "peaceful ruler" or "ruler of peace." The name is primarily used in Scandinavian countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), the Netherlands, and German-speaking regions, with notable historical bearers including multiple Danish and Norwegian kings, reflecting its deep roots in Northern European royalty and Protestant cultures.
Frederik currently ranks #3,787 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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