Fredrick
Meaning of Fredrick
Originating from the Germanic name Friedrich, Fredrick is a classic and timeless name for boys. It has English, American English, and British English pronunciations that all sound like FRED-rik (/ˈfrɛdrɪk/). The name Fredrick has a strong and regal feel to it, evoking images of strength and leadership. With variations such as Frederick, this name has remained consistently popular over the years. In the United States, it has maintained a moderate level of popularity, ranking around 130-150 in recent years. Its historical usage can be traced back to the early 20th century when it was quite common. Overall, Fredrick is a traditional choice with a rich history that continues to endure as a beloved baby name option.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as FRED-rik (/ˈfrɛd.rɪk/)
American English
- Pronunced as FRED-rik (/ˈfrɛdrɪk/)
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Notable People Named Fredrick
| Fredrick Chien - Fredrick F. Chien, also known as Fred Chien, is a retired Taiwanese diplomat and politician who held various governmental positions and served as the President of the Republic of China Control Yuan from 1999 to 2005. |
| Fredrick Redd is an accomplished operatic baritone and Vice President of Operations at PACO Group, with a rich history of performances in various musical genres and a successful career in business. |
| Fredrick Lamar McGhee was a pioneering African-American lawyer and civil rights activist who became the first black attorney in Minnesota and co-founded the Niagara Movement with W. E. B. Du Bois. |
| Fredrick Yamoah Opoku - Frederick Yamoah Opoku is a Ghanaian professional footballer known for his role as a winger for Flower City Union in the National Independent Soccer Association. |
| Fredrick Muyia Nafukho is a distinguished academic professional with extensive experience in management and organization, currently serving as Vice Provost for Academic Personnel and Professor at the University of Washington. |
| Fredrick Eric Davis is an American ballet dancer and former member of the Dance Theatre of Harlem. |
| Major General Fredrick Mugisha, also known as Fred Mugisha, is a senior military officer in the Uganda People's Defence Force and served as the fourth commander of AMISOM from 15 June 2011. |
| Fredrick McKissack - Fredrick Lemuel "Fred" McKissack, Sr. was a renowned African-American writer who co-authored over 100 children's books with his wife, Patricia C. McKissack, focusing on the history of African Americans. |
| Fredrick Monroe Taylor was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Idaho. |
| Fredrick Cornelius Harris is an American political scientist known for his expertise in African American politics and his role as a professor and former dean at Columbia University. |
| Fredrick Levenson - Fredrick B. Levenson was an author and psychoanalyst from Long Island, known for his work in education and his contributions to the field of psychoanalysis. |
| Fredrick George Smith, a British mechanical engineer born in 1872, made significant contributions to the Highland Railway's Lochgorm Works and served as Assistant to the Chief Mechanical Engineer, Peter Drummond. |
| Fredrick Idowu Olugbemi is the current Bishop of Ilaje in Nigeria and a prominent figure in the Anglican Church. |
| Fredrick Burgan - Frederick Preston Burgan was an American football player and coach, known for serving as the head football coach at Hamline University from 1908 to 1909. |
| Fredrick Ogechi Okwara is a Nigerian professional footballer who last played as a midfielder for Adanaspor in the TFF First League. |
