Frederick Dale

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Frederick Dale — Germanic
231K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Frederick Dale is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Frederick is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Frederick is a masculine given name meaning "peaceful ruler". It is the English form of the German name Friedrich. Its meaning is derived from the Germanic word elements frid, or peace, and ric, meaning "ruler" or "power". Frederick ranked among the top 100 names in the United States between 1880 and 1957 and has declined thereafter. It was ranked as the 536th most popular name for boys in 2009 in that country. It ranked as the 99th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2007. Freddy, a short form, ranked as the 60th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2008. The surname Dale: Amy Marjorie Dale (1901–1967), British classicist Angela Dale (born 1945) British statistician Edgar Dale (1900–1985), US educationist Henry Hallett Dale (1875–1968), English neuroscientist James Charles Dale (1792–1872), English entomologist Nellie Dale (1865–1967), British educator Peter Dale, (1938–2024) British poet and translator Samuel Dale (1659–1739), English naturalist and physician Entertainment industry professionals Alan Dale (born 1947), New Zealand-born Australian actor Carlotta Dale (c. Frederick is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 231K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Frederick reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Frederick

Germanic

Frederick is a masculine given name meaning "peaceful ruler". It is the English form of the German name Friedrich. Its meaning is derived from the Germanic word elements frid, or peace, and ric, meaning "ruler" or "power". Frederick ranked among the top 100 names in the United States between 1880 and 1957 and has declined thereafter. It was ranked as the 536th most popular name for boys in 2009 in that country. It ranked as the 99th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2007. Freddy, a short form, ranked as the 60th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2008.

Surname: Dale

English

Amy Marjorie Dale (1901–1967), British classicist Angela Dale (born 1945) British statistician Edgar Dale (1900–1985), US educationist Henry Hallett Dale (1875–1968), English neuroscientist James Charles Dale (1792–1872), English entomologist Nellie Dale (1865–1967), British educator Peter Dale, (1938–2024) British poet and translator Samuel Dale (1659–1739), English naturalist and physician Entertainment industry professionals Alan Dale (born 1947), New Zealand-born Australian actor Carlotta Dale (c.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Frederick is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Frederick by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Frederick Dale:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Frederick?
The first name Frederick originates from Germanic. Frederick is a masculine given name meaning "peaceful ruler". It is the English form of the German name Friedrich. Its meaning is derived from the Germanic word elements frid, or peace, and ric, meaning "ruler" or "power". Frederick ranked among the top 100 names in the United States between 1880 and 1957 and has declined thereafter. It was ranked as the 536th most popular name for boys in 2009 in that country. It ranked as the 99th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2007. Freddy, a short form, ranked as the 60th most popular name for boys in England and Wales in 2008.
When was Frederick most popular?
The name Frederick reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dale?
The surname Dale originates from English. Amy Marjorie Dale (1901–1967), British classicist Angela Dale (born 1945) British statistician Edgar Dale (1900–1985), US educationist Henry Hallett Dale (1875–1968), English neuroscientist James Charles Dale (1792–1872), English entomologist Nellie Dale (1865–1967), British educator Peter Dale, (1938–2024) British poet and translator Samuel Dale (1659–1739), English naturalist and physician Entertainment industry professionals Alan Dale (born 1947), New Zealand-born Australian actor Carlotta Dale (c.
What are the origins of the name Frederick Dale?
The name Frederick Dale combines two different traditions: the first name Frederick has Germanic roots, while the surname Dale originates from English.
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