What is frick?

Frick

Frick is a surname with primarily Germanic origins. It's also sometimes used as a given name.

• Origin: The name is of Swiss-German origin, derived from the medieval given name "Fricko," a diminutive of names beginning with "Frid-" meaning "peace."

• Surname: As a surname, Frick is relatively common in Switzerland and Germany. It is also found in other countries, particularly those with historical ties to Germany.

• People with the Surname: The name is associated with several notable people throughout history.

  • Henry Clay Frick: (1849-1919) A prominent American industrialist, financier, and art collector. He was a business partner of Andrew Carnegie, instrumental in the U.S. steel industry.
  • Wilhelm Frick: A high-ranking Nazi official in Germany.

• The Frick Collection: Named after Henry Clay Frick, this is a world-renowned art museum located in New York City. It houses Frick's extensive collection of Old Master paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. (Frick Collection)