Fredrik
About Fredrik
Popular throughout Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, Fredrik conveys the noble meaning of 'peaceful ruler.' The name has maintained consistent popularity in Nordic countries for centuries, while remaining relatively uncommon in English-speaking nations. Notable bearers include Swedish politicians, athletes, and artists.
Fredrik projects an image of strength, leadership, and Nordic heritage, making it a distinguished choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth and international recognition.
As of October 2026, Fredrik ranked #5461 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2069 in 1954.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,800 | 20 | 10.8 |
| 2018 | #4,649 | 21 | 11.6 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,751 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2021 | #4,823 | 20 | 11.4 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,936 | 20 | 11.7 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Fredrik on lists
Famous Fredriks
- (John) Fredrik Reinfeldt
32nd Prime Minister of Sweden
- (Karl) Fredrik "Freddie" Ljungberg
Swedish footballer
- (Jan) Fredrik "Freddy" Modin
Swedish ice hockey player
- Fredrik Ulf Yngve Jacobson
Swedish golfer
- Fredrik Bajer
Danish pacifist writer; winner of the Nobel Peace Prize
- Fredrik Stang
Norwegian politician
- (Max Emil) Fredrik Lööf
Swedish Olympic sailor
Variations & nicknames
- FieteGerman
- FedericoSpanish