Frederick, Crown Prince of Denmark facts for kids

A "Crown Prince" is the title given to the person who is expected to become the next king. In Denmark, several princes named Frederick have held this important title throughout history. They were all in line to the throne, meaning they were next in line to rule the country.

Who Were the Crown Princes Frederick?

Many Danish princes named Frederick became Crown Prince. Some later became kings, while others were heirs but never took the throne. Here is a look at some of these important historical figures.

Frederick IV of Denmark (1671–1730)

Frederick IV was the Crown Prince of Denmark from 1671 until 1699. After this, he became the King of Denmark and Norway. He ruled for many years, from 1699 until his death in 1730.

Frederick V of Denmark (1723–1766)

Frederick V was Crown Prince from 1730 to 1746. He then became the King of Denmark and Norway. He ruled from 1746 until 1766.

Frederick, Hereditary Prince of Denmark (1753–1805)

This Frederick was known as the Hereditary Prince. This means he was an heir to the throne. He was the heir presumptive from 1766 to 1768. However, he never became king himself.

Frederick VI of Denmark (1768–1839)

Frederick VI was the Crown Prince from 1768 to 1808. He then became the King of Denmark and Norway. He ruled for a long time, from 1808 until 1839.

Frederick VII of Denmark (1808–1863)

Frederick VII was Crown Prince from 1839 to 1848. After that, he became the King of Denmark. He ruled from 1848 until 1863.

Frederick VIII of Denmark (1843–1912)

Frederick VIII held the title of Crown Prince from 1863 to 1906. He then became the King of Denmark. He ruled from 1906 until 1912.

Frederik IX of Denmark (1899–1972)

Frederik IX was the Crown Prince from 1912 to 1947. He then became the King of Denmark. He ruled from 1947 until 1972.

Frederik X (born 1968)

Frederik X was the Crown Prince of Denmark from 1972 until 2024. In 2024, he became the current King of Denmark.