Frederique
Meaning of Frederique
Frederique is a beautiful and elegant name for a baby girl. It has its origins in both Dutch and French languages. In Dutch, it is pronounced as FRAY-duh-reek (/ˈfreɪdəriːk/), while in French, it is pronounced as fre-DAY-reek (/fʁe.de.ʁik/). The name Frederique also has a variation, Frederica.
Although not very common, Frederique has been given to a handful of newborns in the United States over the years. In 2002, there were 6 occurrences of the name, ranking it at 13595 in popularity. In 1999, there were 5 occurrences, ranking it at 14409.
The name Frederique is associated with strength and femininity. It exudes grace and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a unique and sophisticated name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as FRAY-duh-reek (/ˈfreɪdəriːk/)
French
- Pronunced as fre-DAY-reek (/fʁe.de.ʁik/)
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Similar Names to Frederique
Notable People Named Frederique
| Frederique van der Wal is a Dutch former model, actress, television personality, and businesswoman, known for her appearances in Victoria's Secret and on the covers of magazines such as Cosmopolitan and Vogue, who grew up in The Hague. |
| Frederique Derkx is a Dutch field hockey player. |
| Frédérique Bredin is a French politician and former president of the National Center of Cinematography and the moving image (CNC). |
| Frederique Darragon is a French explorer, documentary filmmaker, and author known for her expedition to the stone towers of Sichuan and Tibet, as well as her work with the Unicorn Foundation and the Sichuan University Unicorn Heritage Institute. |
| Frédérique Émilie Auguste O'Connell, also known as Emilie Friederike Auguste Miethe, was a German painter and portraitist who gained popularity among the Parisian social set of the Second Empire but died forgotten as an artist. |
