fredet

Fredet is a surname of French origin. It appears in historical parish and civil records in France from the early modern period and has since spread to French-speaking communities in Belgium, Switzerland, Canada, and other regions.

The surname is likely derived from the given name Frédéric (Frederick), formed through the -et suffix as a diminutive or affectionate ending in French. It may also be toponymic, linked to a place name, though no widely attested locality named Fredet is known in standard references.

In contemporary times, Fredet remains relatively uncommon. It is most often found in France and among diaspora communities with French heritage; genealogical sources show occurrences in eastern and northern regions of France.

There are no widely documented individuals whose achievements have resulted in broad recognition under the surname Fredet in major reference works. The name may appear in local genealogies and regional histories.