Origin and Meaning of Fritz

Peaceful ruler

Origin: German - Fritz is a diminutive of Friedrich, which comes from the Old High German name Fridireik, composed of the elements 'frid', meaning 'peace', and 'rihhi', meaning 'ruler' or 'king'.

• Fritz is a common name in Germany and has historical significance, as many German princes and kings bore this name in various forms.
• In different cultures, Fritz is often used informally or affectionately, and can be associated with the name Frederick, which is its more formal counterpart.
• Notable bearers of the name include Fritz Lang, the Austrian-American filmmaker, and Fritz Kreisler, the famous Austrian violinist.
• The name Fritz experienced popularity in Germany during the 19th and early 20th centuries but has seen fluctuating usage since.
• Variants of the name include Friedrich (the formal version), Fred (an English variant), and Federico (in Italian and Spanish).