Freddie
f-reddie,
fr(ed)-die
US Popularity:3941
Origin:German
Meaning:Peaceful ruler
Freddie is a gender-neutral name deriving from German origins. Freddie—and its variants Freddi and Freddy—features the Germanic element Fred, meaning "peaceful ruler." A short form of Frederick, Frederica, and Winifred, Freddie makes for an adorable and timeless nickname that's sure to be envied on the playground. Parents will delight in this name's connection to the rock legend bearing the same title, too. A powerful presence and performer, Freddie Mercury certainly ruled! The singer is also renowned for defying the conventions of rock and roll, leading the way for future baby Freddie with a badass nature.
Famous People Named Freddie
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- Freddie MercurySinger
Freddie Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Freddie is currently #2162 on The Bump
Boy:Freddie is currently #1510 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Freddie is currently #1207 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Freddie is currently #3941 in U.S. births
Boy:Freddie is currently #4476 in U.S. births
Girl:Freddie is currently #15947 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#15960
in 2022
+ 3425
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 403, 404
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'Freddie'
Behind the Name, Freddie, February 2019
Behind the Name, Frederick, December 2022
Name Doctor, Freddie
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