Fredrik

Fredrik is the Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish form of Frederick, derived from the Old High German name Fridurih, composed of the elements frid, meaning peace, and rih, meaning ruler or king. The name was widely borne by European royalty and nobility, most famously Frederick the Great of Prussia, whose influence spread the name's popularity across Scandinavia and beyond. Fredrik remains a common given name throughout the Nordic countries today. Related forms include Frederick in English, Friedrich in German, Frederik in Danish, and Federico in Italian and Spanish.