Frederico is of Italian origin, derived from the German name Frederick, which means 'peaceful ruler'. It has been traditionally used in Italy and Brazil, and its variants include Federico, Frederico da Silva, and Frederico Santos. The name Frederico has a rich history, with notable figures such as Frederico II, Holy Roman Emperor, who was known for his support of the arts and sciences during the Enlightenment.
The name Frederico experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the course of a century, with the highest number of births recorded being 21 in 1959 and the lowest being 5 in multiple years. Despite these variations, the total number of births reaching nearly 1100 (1081) is quite substantial.