Frederik
Copenhagen's current sovereign
Frederik is a Scandinavian and Dutch spelling of Frederick, a traditional Germanic name meaning "peaceful ruler." Common in Denmark, where multiple kings have borne the name, and in the Netherlands.
The name appears with various spellings across European languages: Friedrich (German), Frédéric (French), Federico (Spanish/Italian).
Frederik joined us for dinner.
Sovereign's ornamental headpiece
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