All about the name

Fredericka

Female

« Fredericka is a rare yet distinctive German female name derived from the masculine Friedrich, meaning 'peaceful ruler'. »

#4662 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Fredericka is a unique and distinctive female given name of German origin. The name is derived from the masculine German name Friedrich, which means "peaceful ruler." Fredericka is a feminine form of this name and shares its meaning. The name Fredericka has not been widely used throughout history, but it has been associated with a few notable figures. One famous Fredericka was Fredericka Bratianu, who served as the Prime Minister of Romania from 1920 to 1921. She was the first woman to hold this position in Europe. Despite its rarity, Fredericka has been used throughout history and continues to be given today. It is a name that stands out due to its unique spelling and sound. Some variations of Fredericka include Frederika and Fredrika.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Fredericka since 1880

Total births
1,957
Total since 1880
Peak year
1947
40 births
in 2004
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years