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Name Origin

Federico is an Italian masculine given name, a variant of Frederick. It originates from the Germanic elements 'fridu' meaning 'peace' and 'rīc' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'. Therefore, Federico traditionally means 'peaceful ruler' or 'king of peace'.

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Famous People

Federico Fellini (1920-1993)

Film Director

  • Academy Award Winner for Best Foreign Language Film
  • Pioneer of Italian Neorealism

Federico García Lorca (1898-1936)

Poet and Playwright

  • Influential figure in 20th-century Spanish literature
  • Known for plays such as 'Blood Wedding' and 'Yerma'

Federico II of Hohenstaufen (1194-1250)

Holy Roman Emperor

  • Promoted the arts and sciences
  • Patronized scholars and writers

Federico Valverde (1998-)

Professional Footballer

  • Plays for Real Madrid
  • Part of the Uruguayan national team