Germanic Origin

Frederick

“Peaceful ruler”

Explore beautiful tattoo designs for the name Frederick. Preview across 20+ fonts and download your favorite to share with your tattoo artist.

RoyalClassicScript

Name Origin

Frederick is a male name of Germanic origin, meaning “Peaceful ruler”.

Recommended Styles

Royal

Classic

Script

Best Placements

Forearm

Chest

Back

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Frederick in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Frederick

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Frederick

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Frederick

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Frederick

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Frederick

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Frederick

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Frederick

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Frederick

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Frederick

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Frederick

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Frederick

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Frederick

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Frederick

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Frederick

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Frederick

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Frederick

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Frederick

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Frederick

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Frederick

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Frederick Tattoos

The name Frederick is a beautiful choice for a tattoo with deep meaning. Originating from Germanic culture, it carries the significance of “Peaceful ruler” — making it a meaningful tribute for memorial pieces, parent tattoos, or honoring loved ones.

Style Recommendations for Frederick

Given the strong character of Frederick, we recommend Royal, Classic, Script styles. These complement the name's aesthetic and work beautifully across different sizes and placements.

Popular Placements

Frederick tattoos look stunning on the Forearm, Chest, Back. For memorial pieces, many choose the inner wrist or chest placement for its intimate visibility. Larger script versions work well on the forearm or back.

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Frederick Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Frederick mean?

Frederick comes from Germanic origin and means “Peaceful ruler”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Frederick tattoo?

We recommend Royal, Classic, Script styles for Frederick tattoos. These complement the name's masculine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Frederick tattoo?

Popular placements for Frederick tattoos include Forearm, Chest, Back. The best placement depends on the size you want and how visible you'd like it to be.

How much does a Frederick name tattoo cost?

A Frederick tattoo typically costs $50-$200 depending on size, font complexity, and your artist's rates. Simple small scripts cost less, while elaborate designs cost more.