Fred
Informal reduction of Frederick, meaning peaceful ruler.
Meaning and origin
Fred serves as an everyday diminutive of Frederick and Alfred, both rooted in Germanic elements for peace and rulership or elf counsel.
How to pronounce Fred
| English (US) | FRED /fɹɛd/ |
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