Frederick
Meaning
Peaceful ruler
Origin
German
Pronunciation
/ˈfɹɛdɹɪk/
Traits associated with the name Frederick:
Dogs named Frederick tend to be loving, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Frederick?
Naming your dog Frederick suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a strong appreciation for history.
Is Frederick a good dog name?
Frederick has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Frederick isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Frederick is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Frederick was, in the past month, the 3766th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Frederick is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Frederick was viewed 35 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Frederick's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Frederick is most adored in District of Columbia, Oklahoma and Missouri.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Florida, Virginia and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Frederick.
Most popular breeds named Frederick:
- West Highland White Terrier
- Standard Schnauzer
- Chinese Shar-Pei
- English Cocker Spaniel
- Australian Shepherd
Frederick is found in these categories:
german
Derived from Germanic words meaning peaceful ruler.
old-fashioned
Popular during Victorian times, it's rarely heard in modern dog parks.
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