Freya
fray-uh
US Popularity:365
Origin:Norse
Meaning:noble lady
Freya is a girl's name of Old Norse origin. Derived from Freyja, it means "noble lady" and shares its namesake with the mythical Freya, goddess of fertility, love, and beauty. Friday is thought to be named in honor of Freya, although experts differ on this. Freya offers lots of sweet charm and versatility, allowing you to treat baby like a princess and honor their arrival day at the same time.
Common Nicknames for Freya
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How Popular Is The Name Freya?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Freya is currently #105 on The Bump
Girl:Freya is currently #72 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Freya is currently #365 in U.S. births
Girl:Freya is currently #159 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#159
in 2024
- 23
from 2023
Sources
WordSense, Freya
Merriam-Webster, Freya, noun
Online Etymology Dictionary, Freya
Britannica, Freyja, Norse mythology
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