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Fredrik

♂ Boy

Pronounced FRED-rik /ˈfrɛd.rɪk/High

Meaning: The Scandinavian form of Frederick — from Germanic frid, 'peace', plus ric, 'ruler, power' — 'a peaceful ruler'Medium

In 30 seconds: A peaceful ruler: Fredrik is the Scandinavian Frederick — 'a peaceful ruler'. Crisp, regal, and warm.
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningThe Scandinavian form of Frederick — from Germanic frid, 'peace', plus ric, 'ruler, power' — 'a peaceful ruler'
U.S. rank (2025)#5461 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 525

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019242025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Fredrik is the Swedish and Norwegian form of Frederick — from Germanic frid, 'peace', plus ric, 'ruler, power' — 'a peaceful ruler'. Borne by Scandinavian kings and crown princes. A crisp, regal name across the Nordic countries (nicknames Fred, Rik).

In the U.S. it appears in Scandinavian families. Rare, a-peaceful-ruler at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Frederick means 'a peaceful ruler' (Germanic frid, 'peace', plus ric, 'ruler') — Fredrik is its crisp Scandinavian form, regal and strong (borne by Swedish and Norwegian kings).
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Fredrik — root etymology

Variations

FrederickFriedrichFredrick

Nicknames

Fred

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Fredrik mean?

Fredrik is the Scandinavian Frederick — Germanic 'a peaceful ruler'.

How do you pronounce Fredrik?

It's said FRED-rik /ˈfrɛd.rɪk/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Fredrik a boy or girl name?

Fredrik is a boy's name.

How popular is Fredrik?

Fredrik is a rare name in the U.S.

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