Frerik

German

"peaceful ruler"

Frerik Origin and Meaning

The name Frerik is a boy's name of Dutch origin.

Frerik is a rare masculine name with Germanic and Scandinavian origins. It represents a less common variant of Frederik or Fredrik, which ultimately derive from the Germanic name Friedrich, meaning 'peaceful ruler' (from 'frid' meaning peace and 'ric' meaning ruler or power). Frerik appears most frequently in the Netherlands, northern Germany, and Scandinavian countries, though it remains uncommon even in these regions. The name has a distinctive sound that retains the strength of its more popular relatives while offering a unique alternative. Frerik has never achieved widespread popularity, maintaining its status as an uncommon choice that connects to Northern European heritage.