Frederica
Meaning: Peaceful ruler — a name of beauty and strength
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #3774
Total births: 261
History: Since the Third Republic, Frederica has adorned the records of France. It resonates with François Truffaut's cinema and the spirit of the old port of La Rochelle. As timeless as the Pont Neuf, it endures with grace.
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| Current rank (2007) | #5481 |
| Babies named Frederica in 2007 | 3 |
| Total recorded in France | 197 |
| Peak year | 1962 (11 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #759 |
| Years in records | 1906–2007 (35 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 973 spots |
Frequently asked about Frederica
What does the name Frederica mean?
Frederica means “Peaceful ruler — a name of beauty and strength” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Frederica?
Frederica has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Peaceful ruler — a name of beauty and strength”.
How popular is Frederica in France?
Frederica ranked #5481 in France in 2007 — given to 3 babies that year.
When was Frederica most popular?
Frederica peaked in 1962 with 11 babies registered that year in France.
Is Frederica a boy or girl name?
Frederica is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Fredericas in registered births are female.
Is the name Frederica rising or falling in popularity?
Frederica has fallen 973 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #4508 in 2002 to #5481 in 2007.
How long has Frederica been recorded in France?
Frederica appears in birth records in France across 35 years — from 1906 through 2007.