Friderike

Friderike is a feminine given name of German origin, a variant of Friederike, the feminine form of Friedrich. It is derived from the Germanic elements frith or friþ meaning peace and ríkan or rik meaning ruler, so the name is commonly interpreted as "peaceful ruler" or "ruler of peace." The form Friderike is less common in modern usage than Friederike but appears in historical records and in some German-speaking families.

The name has been used in German-speaking regions since early modern times and has several international variants. In Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish contexts, forms such as Frederika or Frederikke are common, while English-language contexts may use Frederica or Frederike; diminutives include Frieda and Frida.

Notable bearers: The spelling Friderike has appeared among aristocratic or literary figures in German-speaking lands, particularly in earlier centuries, reflecting broader use of the related Friederike family of names. In contemporary usage, Friderike is relatively rare in most countries, with Friederike remaining the predominant form.

Name day and usage: Name days associated with this name vary by country and calendar, and the name remains most often encountered in German-speaking regions in its standard forms.

See also: Friederike; Frederika; Friedrich.