Frederik
About Frederik
Frederik has been borne by numerous European royals, including kings of Denmark and Norway. The spelling variant with a 'k' rather than 'ck' is most common in Denmark, Norway, and the Netherlands. Frederik has maintained steady popularity in Scandinavian countries, where it combines historical gravitas with contemporary appeal. In Denmark particularly, it remains among the most enduring boys' names. The name projects strength, nobility, and dignity while maintaining a classic, timeless quality that transcends trends.
Pronounced FRED-uh-rick.
As of October 2026, Frederik ranked #3787 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2173 in 1951.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | #3,787 | 29 | 17 |
World rankings
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Frederik on lists
Famous Frederiks
- Frederik André Henrik Christian
Crown Prince of Denmark
- Frederik George Pohl Jr.
American science fiction novelist
- Frederik Løchte Nielsen
Danish tennis player
- Frederik Magle
Danish composer
- Frederik "Frits" Bolkestein
Dutch politician
- Frederik Jacques "Frits" Philips
Dutch businessman and Holocaust hero
- Frederik "Frits" Korthals Altes
Dutch politician
- Frederik Du Chau
film director, screenwriter and animator
- Frederik Pleitgen
German journalist and correspondent for CNN International