Federica
“peaceful ruler” — Associated with nobility and elegance
Italy origin · Girl name
#10367US 2025
9Births / yr
↑Rising
239All-time births
📅 Since 197700
How to pronounce Federica
fed·er·EE·kuh
/fɛd.ɝ.ˈiː.kə/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables
“peaceful ruler”
Associated with nobility and elegance · Italy origin
What does Federica mean and where does it come from?
Federica is derived from the Germanic name 'Friedrich' which means 'peaceful ruler' (from 'fridu' meaning 'peace' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler'). The name has been popular in Italy and is often associated with nobility and elegance. It has historical significance with notable figures such as Federica of
Cultural significance
Federica has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of peaceful ruler.
Peak popularity
Reached #8027 in 2002 — currently #10367 in the US.
How popular is Federica right now?
Rising fast — up 3663 spots — currently #10367 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Federica
Federica is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 224 total births recorded, Federica remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8478 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9828 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Federica in 2002:
Federica by decade
Federica peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 | |
| 1980s | 11 | |
| 1990s | 32 | |
| 2000s | 80 | |
| 2010s ★ | 86 | |
| 2020s | 24 |
Federica has only 224 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Federica?
DANISH
Rikke
ENGLISH
FreidaFriedaRica
FINNISH
RiikaRiikka
GERMAN
FriedaFriedeFritziRike
How is Federica written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Federica?
Friduric ANCIENT GERMANICBedřich CZECHFrederik DANISHFred DUTCHFrederik DUTCHFreek DUTCHFrits DUTCHRik DUTCHFred ENGLISHFreddie ENGLISHFreddy ENGLISHFrederick ENGLISHFredric ENGLISHFredrick ENGLISHPriidik ESTONIANPriit ESTONIANFredrik FINNISHVeeti FINNISHFred FRENCHFrédéric FRENCHFedde FRISIANFiete GERMANFred GERMANFriedrich GERMANFritz GERMANFrigyes HUNGARIANFriðrik ICELANDICFederico ITALIANFederigo ITALIANFredo ITALIANFricis LATVIANFrīdrihs LATVIANFredrik NORWEGIANFryderyk POLISHFred PORTUGUESEFrederico PORTUGUESEFriderik SLOVENEFederico SPANISHFredrik SWEDISH
Common questions about the name Federica
What does the name Federica mean?
Federica means "peaceful ruler" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Federica?
Federica is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Federica have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Federica?
Federica originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Federica?
Federica is a four-syllable name pronounced fed-er-EE-kuh. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Federica?
Federica pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.