Fred

Fred is traditionally a short form of Frederick, which means 'peaceful ruler'. It carries a leadership connotation, with peace as its central theme.

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Fred is short for Frederick, which originates from Old High German and Old English. It combines 'fridu' (peace) and 'rīc' (ruler), together meaning 'the peaceful ruler'.

  • Popularity: 3,637th
  • Babies named Fred in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 98
  • Nicknames: Freddie, Fredo, Freddy, Fritz, Fredster.
  • Full Names: Frederick, Alfred, Wilfred, Manfred, Frederico.
  • Famous Namesakes: Fred Astaire-dancer, Fred Rogers-TV personality, Fred Durst-singer, Fred Armisen-comedian, Fred Savage-actor.
  • Gender: Traditionally a male name.
  • Numerology: The name Fred is associated with the numerology number 7, which signifies analytical and introspective personalities. People with this number are often seekers of truth and insights.

The name Fred experienced peak popularity in early to mid-20th century and saw a decline in later decades. However, it remains a classic choice, often used in English-speaking countries.

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