Peaceful ruler
The feminine form of Frederick, derived from the Germanic elements 'frid' meaning peace and 'ric' meaning ruler. It has a long history of use among European royalty, though it remains a rare choice in the United States today.
Less common today
Fredericka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,009 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned American opera singer
American playwright and screenwriter
Protagonist of A.S. Byatt's quartet of novels · The Virgin in the Garden
U.S. Representative from Florida
