Fred
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Fred is a boy name of English origin meaning "Peaceful ruler".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
26 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Peaceful ruler
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'frid' (peace) and 'ric' (ruler), from Proto-Germanic 'fridiz' and 'rikiz'.
Famous People Named Fred
- Fred — Brazilian association football player (born 1983)
- Fred — Brazilian association football player, born 1993
- Fred — French comics artist (1931-2013)
Frequently Asked Questions About Fred
What does the name Fred mean?
Fred means "Peaceful ruler", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Fred?
Fred originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Fred a boy or girl name?
Fred is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Fred associated with?
Fred is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Fred?
Yes — notable people named Fred include Fred (Brazilian association football player, born 1983), Fred (Brazilian association football player) and Fred (French comics artist, 1931-2013).
Last updated: June 2026