Frederic
boy name#2941 in 2025Frederic entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #298 in 1885, ranks #2941 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2941
rank today
#298
peak (1885)
42
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #391 |
| 1890s | #491 |
| 1900s | #535 |
| 1910s | #394 |
| 1920s | #463 |
| 1930s | #432 |
| 1940s | #401 |
| 1950s | #499 |
| 1960s | #662 |
| 1970s | #895 |
| 1980s | #1294 |
| 1990s | #1921 |
| 2000s | #3044 |
| 2010s | #3304 |
| 2020s | #3068 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Frederic has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 7,000 people named Frederic are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Frederic alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Frederic in 2025?
- Frederic ranks #2941 among US boy names in 2025, with 42 babies given the name.
- When was the name Frederic most popular?
- Frederic peaked in 1885, reaching #298 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Frederic with classmates?
- Frederic will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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