Freddie is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #3319 in 2024 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 7 births ranking #3319. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 16.7%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 36,857 girls born was named Freddie. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.