Holding steady.
Popularity of Fredrico since 1929
Babies named Fredrico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Fredrico is a rare Italian and Spanish variant of Federico, itself the Romance form of Frederick. According to U.S. Social Security data, the name first appeared in 1929 and reached its peak in 1979, though it has never entered the top 1000 names. Its trajectory indicates stability over time, with fewer than five annual births in most recent years. The name's etymology connects it to the Germanic roots 'frid' and 'ric,' meaning 'peaceful ruler,' a meaning shared with its more common counterparts. Although Fredrico lacks strong ties to any particular U.S. state, its Spanish and Italian heritage makes it a distinctive choice for families honoring those cultures. Variants like Federico remain more popular internationally, but Fredrico offers a unique spelling that retains the essence of the original.
Fredrico is a variant of Federico, the Italian and Spanish form of Frederick, which derives from the Germanic elements 'frid' meaning peace and 'ric' meaning ruler. The name has been used in Italy and Spain since the Middle Ages, associated with several kings and nobles.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fred, Rico, Fede
Sibling names for Fredrico
Names that share Fredrico's style, for a brother or sister.
