Discover name insights instantly.

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

Name Origin

Freddie is a diminutive of the name Frederick, which has Germanic origins. Frederick means 'peaceful ruler' or 'ruler of peace'.

germanicdiminutivepeacefulrulerfrederick

Famous People

Freddie Mercury (1946-1991)

Singer, Songwriter

  • Lead vocalist of Queen
  • One of the best-selling music artists of all time
  • Iconic stage presence

Freddie Flintoff (1977-)

Cricketer

  • England Test and One Day International cricketer
  • Won the Ashes in 2005