Freddy

Boy's name

Freddy is a diminutive of the name Frederick, which is of Germanic origin and means "peaceful ruler."

Meaning Peaceful ruler
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 144
Peak year 1947

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Freddy Mercury - Lead singer of Queen.
  • Freddy Adu - Professional soccer player.
  • Freddy Krueger - Fictional horror movie character.
  • Freddy Fender - Grammy-winning musician.
  • Freddy Rodriguez - Actor in "Six Feet Under" and "Bull."
  • Freddy Cole - Jazz pianist and singer.
  • Freddy Galvis - Major League Baseball player.
  • Freddy Cannon - Rock and roll singer.
  • Freddy Sanchez - Former MLB All-Star second baseman.
  • Freddy Daruwala - Indian actor and model.

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