Frederick Pritchard

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Frederick Pritchard — Germanic
231K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Frederick Pritchard 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 Pritchard: Ada Pritchard (1898–1993), Canadian politician AJ Pritchard, English professional dancer Albert Richard Pritchard (1863–1927), American businessman Alex Pritchard (born 1993), English footballer Alexander Pritchard (1825–1898), Australian politician Alexis Pritchard (born 1983), South-African-born New Zealand boxer Alf Pritchard (1920–1995), English footballer Alwynne Pritchard (born 1968), British composer Andrew Pritchard (1804–1882) an English microscopist Anthony Pritchard, Australian administrator Arthur Pritchard (1917–2005), Welsh footballer Benjamin D. 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: Pritchard

Welsh

Ada Pritchard (1898–1993), Canadian politician AJ Pritchard, English professional dancer Albert Richard Pritchard (1863–1927), American businessman Alex Pritchard (born 1993), English footballer Alexander Pritchard (1825–1898), Australian politician Alexis Pritchard (born 1983), South-African-born New Zealand boxer Alf Pritchard (1920–1995), English footballer Alwynne Pritchard (born 1968), British composer Andrew Pritchard (1804–1882) an English microscopist Anthony Pritchard, Australian administrator Arthur Pritchard (1917–2005), Welsh footballer Benjamin D.

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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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Notable People Named Frederick Pritchard

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Pritchard?
The surname Pritchard originates from Welsh. Ada Pritchard (1898–1993), Canadian politician AJ Pritchard, English professional dancer Albert Richard Pritchard (1863–1927), American businessman Alex Pritchard (born 1993), English footballer Alexander Pritchard (1825–1898), Australian politician Alexis Pritchard (born 1983), South-African-born New Zealand boxer Alf Pritchard (1920–1995), English footballer Alwynne Pritchard (born 1968), British composer Andrew Pritchard (1804–1882) an English microscopist Anthony Pritchard, Australian administrator Arthur Pritchard (1917–2005), Welsh footballer Benjamin D.
What are the origins of the name Frederick Pritchard?
The name Frederick Pritchard combines two different traditions: the first name Frederick has Germanic roots, while the surname Pritchard originates from Welsh.
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