Freddie is an extremely popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #10 in 2025 with 2,526 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 3,287 births ranking #17. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 2,738.2%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 108 boys born was named Freddie. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Freddie is the warm, familiar short form of Frederick and carries the same meaning, "peaceful ruler". It has become a full modern favourite in Britain thanks to its friendly vintage charm.
The name spent many years mainly as a nickname before returning strongly as a given name in its own right. Its appeal lies in sounding playful on a child but still workable for an adult.