Lafrederick
A combination of the masculine given names Lafayette and Frederick.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Lafrederick. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lafrederick today is around 34 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lafrederick births was 1991 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lafrederick. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lafrederick. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1991
5 babies that year
Average age
34
years old
1991 SSA rank
#9,001
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Lafrederick: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lafrederick by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lafrederick during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lafrederick
The name Lafrederick is a unique and fascinating one, with a rich history that spans across several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Germanic tribes of Northern Europe, where it was formed from a combination of two words: "laf" meaning "legacy" or "inheritance," and "frederic" which translates to "peaceful ruler."
During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among the nobility and aristocracy of various Germanic kingdoms, such as the Franks and the Saxons. It was often bestowed upon the sons of rulers and nobility, as a symbol of their rightful claim to power and their responsibility to govern with wisdom and justice.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lafrederick can be found in the Codex Argenteus, a 6th-century Gothic manuscript containing a translation of the Bible. The name appears in reference to a Gothic chieftain who played a significant role in the region's political affairs during that era.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Lafrederick. One of the most prominent was Lafrederick the Wise, a 10th-century scholar and philosopher from the Duchy of Saxony, renowned for his contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.
Another influential figure was Lafrederick of Anjou, a 12th-century French nobleman and military commander who played a pivotal role in the Crusades. He was known for his strategic brilliance and unwavering leadership on the battlefield.
In the 14th century, Lafrederick von Hohenzollern, a German prince and member of the powerful Hohenzollern dynasty, left an indelible mark on the history of Central Europe through his diplomatic efforts and commitment to preserving the unity of the Holy Roman Empire.
The name also found its way into the annals of English history with Lafrederick Plantagenet, a 15th-century nobleman and cousin of King Edward IV. Despite his noble lineage, he was known for his humble nature and dedication to serving the people of his lands.
Lastly, we cannot overlook the contributions of Lafrederick Galilei, a 16th-century Italian astronomer and mathematician, who was a pioneer in the field of observational astronomy and played a crucial role in the scientific revolution that reshaped our understanding of the universe.
While the name Lafrederick may have fallen out of widespread use in recent times, its rich history and significance remain etched in the annals of various cultures, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of those who bore this distinctive moniker.
People
Lafrederick + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lafrederick as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lafrederick: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lafrederick?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lafrederick going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Lafrederick a common name?
We classify Lafrederick as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lafrederick most popular?
The single biggest year for Lafrederick was 1991, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lafrederick is about 34 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lafrederick in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lafrederick a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lafrederick in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lafrederick still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lafrederick in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lafrederick can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Lafrederick?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.