Frederico
Meaning of Frederico
Frederico is a classic and timeless name for baby boys. It has origins in both Italian and Portuguese, with slightly different pronunciations in each language. In Italian, it is pronounced as fre-de-REE-koh (/fʁe.ˈdɛ.ʁi.ko/), while in Portuguese, it is pronounced as fre-de-REE-koo (/fʁe.ˈdɛ.ʁi.ku/). The name is derived from the Germanic name Frederick, which means "peaceful ruler." Frederico has a strong and regal sound to it, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a sophisticated and elegant name for their son. It also has associations with historical figures and royalty, adding to its appeal. While not as common as some other names, Frederico has maintained a steady popularity over the years in the United States, with consistent appearances on the top 10,000 list since at least 1914. It's worth considering if you're looking for a name that combines tradition with uniqueness.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as fre-de-REE-koh (/fʁe.ˈdɛ.ʁi.ko/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as fre-de-REE-koo (/fʁe.ˈdɛ.ʁi.ku/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Frederico
| Frederico Cunha - Father Frederico, also known as Frederico Marques da Cunha, is a Brazilian Catholic priest and fugitive who was convicted of murder and sexual abuse in Portugal, and has been living as a free man in Brazil since escaping from prison in 1998. |
| Frederico Venâncio - Frederico André Ferrão Venâncio is a Portuguese professional footballer known for his role as a central defender at Spanish club SD Eibar. |
| Frederico Trajano Inácio Rodrigues is the CEO of Brazilian retail company Magazine Luiza, and the son of company owner Luiza Trajano. |
| Frederico Nobre Rosa, also known as Frederico, was a Portuguese professional footballer who excelled as a central defender. |
| Frederico Morais - Frederico Rodrigues de Assunção Morais, also known as Kikas, is a Portuguese professional surfer who competes on the World Surfing League Men's Championship Tour and qualified for the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
