Freddie
Boy name · 1,934 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Freddie: 1,934 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 201 births in 2025.
Freddie began as a diminutive of Frederick, from the Germanic elements *frid* meaning peace and *ric* meaning ruler – a peaceful ruler. The name is most famously borne by Queen frontman Freddie Mercury, whose extraordinary vocal range and stage presence made him an icon of rock music. Sporting fans might recall the English cricketer and television presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff. While no major places are named directly after a Freddie, the name shares its root with countless places called Frederick or Fredericktown worldwide. As a standalone given name, Freddie has held steady in Scotland for decades, often chosen for its friendly, approachable sound and enduring charm over the more formal Frederick.
Boy 24 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2025201 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #12201 babies
- Total births
- 1,934since 1998
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 24%vs prior 5y