Discover given name insights instantly.

Uncover the origin, popularity, and more for any first name.

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'.

italianmasculinepeacerulerking

Famous People

Federico Fellini (1920-1993)

Film director, screenwriter, producer

  • Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film (8½)
  • Palme d'Or (La Strada)

Federico García Lorca (1898-1936)

Poet, playwright, and theatre director

  • Influential figure in the Generation of '27
  • Known for works like Blood Wedding and Yerma

Federico Valverde (1998-)

Professional footballer

  • La Liga champion with Real Madrid (2020)
  • UEFA Champions League winner (2022)