Frederick Nicholas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Frederick Nicholas — English
231K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Frederick Nicholas is a name that combines English origins. The first name Frederick is a masculine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Nicholas from the Greek Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), composed of nike (victory) and laos (people). Saint Nicholas of Myra inspired the legend of Santa Claus. 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

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Nicholas

Meaning: victory of the people

Greek

From the Greek Nikolaos (Νικόλαος), composed of nike (victory) and laos (people). Saint Nicholas of Myra inspired the legend of Santa Claus.

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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 Nicholas:

7
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
How common is the name Frederick Nicholas?
The first name Frederick is shared by approximately 231K people worldwide. The surname Nicholas is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Frederick most common?
The name Frederick is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Frederick most popular?
The name Frederick reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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