Fridrich

German

"peaceful ruler"

Fridrich Origin and Meaning

The name Fridrich is a boy's name of Czech origin.

Fridrich is a Central European variant of Frederick, a masculine name with Germanic origins meaning 'peaceful ruler.' The name combines the elements 'frid' (peace) and 'ric' (ruler, power). Popular in Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other Slavic countries, Fridrich has historical associations with numerous European monarchs and nobles. Though less common than its variants Friedrich (German) or Frederik (Scandinavian), the name carries an air of nobility and classical European heritage. The name experienced declining popularity during the 20th century but maintains cultural significance in Eastern European communities.