Freya Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Freya Overview

Meaning

Noble lady/woman

Gender

Girl

Origin

Old Norse

Etymology

Derived from the Old Norse name “Freyja,” meaning “lady”​ (Wikipedia)​​ (Behind the Name)​.

Pronunciation

/ˈfreɪ.ə/

Popularity

The name Freya is very popular in the UK, ranking in the top 10 names in Scotland and Northern Ireland. In 2023, Freya was ranked #136 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

5 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Mythological, Exotic, Unique

Associated Traits

Elegant, powerful, mystical, graceful, independent

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Freya is associated with the Norse goddess of love, beauty, war, and death, highlighting its rich mythological heritage​

Name Day

February 1 (Norway), January 9 (Sweden)
A Deep Dive

Freya Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Freja, Freyja, Frea, Freia, Freiya

Common Nicknames

Frey, Faye, Fia, Rey, Riri

Diminutives

Frey, Fifi, Aya, Fre, Ree

Famous People

  • Freya Ridings
    (British Singer-Songwriter)
  • Freya Stark
    (British-Italian Explorer and Writer)
  • Freya Allan
    (British Actress)
  • Freya Mavor
    (Scottish Actress)
  • Freya Tingley
    (Australian Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Freya Mikaelson
    ("The Originals," TV Series)
  • "Freya's Saga"
    (Novel)
  • Freya Ridings
    ("Freya Ridings," Album)
  • Freya Stark
    ("Freya," Film)
  • "Freya's Tears"
    (Video Game)

Places

  • Freya Park
    (Washington, USA)
  • Freya Lake
    (Saskatchewan, Canada)

What Is the Meaning of Freya?

Freya – imagine a kind, strong woman with a touch of class! That’s the vibe this name gives off. It means “lady” or “noble woman,” so it’s no surprise people named Freya often have a natural grace and maybe even a bit of leadership spirit.

What Is the Origin of The Name Freya?

The name Freya has Norse origins, derived from the Old Norse word “freyja,” meaning “lady.” It is associated with the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility.

Freya Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Freya in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1522021#1292022#1362023
Top 3 Rankings#1292022#1362023#1522021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Freya

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023136
(-7 from 2022)
2061
(-120 from 2022)
0.11783
2022129
(+23 from 2021)
2181
(+312 from 2021)
0.12164
2021152
(+26 from 2020)
1869
(+271 from 2020)
0.10432
2020178
(+21 from 2019)
1598
(+77 from 2019)
0.09040
2019199
(+67 from 2018)
1521
(+281 from 2018)
0.08289
2018266
(+39 from 2017)
1240
(+164 from 2017)
0.06668
2017305
(+24 from 2016)
1076
(+78 from 2016)
0.05696
2016329
(+86 from 2015)
998
(+228 from 2015)
0.05155
2015415
(+169 from 2014)
770
(+254 from 2014)
0.03947
2014584
(+326 from 2013)
516
(+235 from 2013)
0.02638
2013910
(+389 from 2012)
281
(+99 from 2012)
0.01458
20121299
(-126 from 2011)
182
(-25 from 2011)
0.00938
20111173
(+218 from 2010)
207
(+42 from 2010)
0.01068
20101391
(+351 from 2009)
165
(+40 from 2009)
0.00842
20091742
(-2 from 2008)
125
(-2 from 2008)
0.00617
20081740
(+146 from 2007)
127
(+17 from 2007)
0.00610
20071886
(+144 from 2006)
110
(+13 from 2006)
0.00520
20062030
(+523 from 2005)
97
(+30 from 2005)
0.00464
20052553
(+124 from 2004)
67
(+6 from 2004)
0.00330
20042677
(+60 from 2003)
61
(+4 from 2003)
0.00302
20032737
(+408 from 2002)
57
(+12 from 2002)
0.00284
20023145
(-222 from 2001)
45
(-4 from 2001)
0.00228
20012923
(+815 from 2000)
49
(+15 from 2000)
0.00247
20003738
(+707 from 1999)
34
(+9 from 1999)
0.00170
19994445
(+510 from 1998)
25
(+4 from 1998)
0.00128
19984955
(+913 from 1997)
21
(+5 from 1997)
0.00108
19975868
(-985 from 1996)
16
(-4 from 1996)
0.00084
19964883
(-534 from 1995)
20
(-3 from 1995)
0.00104
19954349
(+1635 from 1994)
23
(+8 from 1994)
0.00120
19945984
(+1054 from 1993)
15
(+3 from 1993)
0.00077
19937038
(-2191 from 1992)
12
(-8 from 1992)
0.00061
19924847
(+157 from 1991)
20
(+1 from 1991)
0.00100
19915004
(+3496 from 1990)
19
(+10 from 1990)
0.00093
19908500
(-2903 from 1988)
9
(-5 from 1988)
0.00044
19890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19885597
(-1314 from 1987)
14
(-5 from 1987)
0.00073
19874283
(+2329 from 1986)
19
(+9 from 1986)
0.00101
19866612
(-1537 from 1985)
10
(-4 from 1985)
0.00054
19855075
(+1734 from 1984)
14
(+5 from 1984)
0.00076
19846809
(+1238 from 1983)
9
(+2 from 1983)
0.00050
19838047
(-3101 from 1982)
7
(-7 from 1982)
0.00039
19824946
(-602 from 1981)
14
(-3 from 1981)
0.00077
19814344
(-17 from 1980)
17
No change from 1980
0.00095
19804327
(+299 from 1979)
17
(+2 from 1979)
0.00095
19794626
(+305 from 1978)
15
(+2 from 1978)
0.00087
19784931
(+601 from 1977)
13
(+2 from 1977)
0.00079
19775532
(-317 from 1976)
11
No change from 1976
0.00067
19765215
(-1955 from 1975)
11
(-10 from 1975)
0.00070
19753260
(+602 from 1974)
21
(+5 from 1974)
0.00135
19743862
(+1331 from 1973)
16
(+6 from 1973)
0.00102
19735193
(-1788 from 1972)
10
(-8 from 1972)
0.00064
19723405
(+3215 from 1971)
18
(+11 from 1971)
0.00112
19716620
(-1207 from 1970)
7
(-2 from 1970)
0.00040
19705413
(-994 from 1969)
9
(-2 from 1969)
0.00049
19694419
(+71 from 1968)
11
(+1 from 1968)
0.00062
19684490
(+965 from 1967)
10
(+3 from 1967)
0.00058
19675455
(-182 from 1966)
7
No change from 1966
0.00041
19665273
(+539 from 1965)
7
(+1 from 1965)
0.00040
19655812
(-804 from 1964)
6
(-2 from 1964)
0.00033
19645008
(+1585 from 1963)
8
(+3 from 1963)
0.00041
19636593
(-1968 from 1959)
5
(-3 from 1959)
0.00025
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19594625
(-1082 from 1958)
8
(-4 from 1958)
0.00038
19583543
(+388 from 1957)
12
(+2 from 1957)
0.00058
19573931
(+536 from 1956)
10
(+2 from 1956)
0.00048
19564467
(+188 from 1954)
8
(+1 from 1954)
0.00039
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19544655
(-59 from 1953)
7
No change from 1953
0.00035
19534596
(-1312 from 1951)
7
(-4 from 1951)
0.00036
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19513284
(+1032 from 1950)
11
(+4 from 1950)
0.00060
19504316
(+928 from 1949)
7
(+2 from 1949)
0.00040
19495244
(-1362 from 1948)
5
(-3 from 1948)
0.00028
19483882
(-1603 from 1947)
8
(-11 from 1947)
0.00046
19472279
(+1151 from 1946)
19
(+10 from 1946)
0.00105
19463430
(-1091 from 1945)
9
(-5 from 1945)
0.00056
19452339
(+607 from 1944)
14
(+4 from 1944)
0.00104
19442946
(-388 from 1943)
10
(-3 from 1943)
0.00073
19432558
(-1061 from 1942)
13
(-17 from 1942)
0.00091
19421497
(-114 from 1941)
30
(-1 from 1941)
0.00216
19411383
(+94 from 1940)
31
(+4 from 1940)
0.00249
19401477
(+1669 from 1939)
27
(+19 from 1939)
0.00229
19393146
(+1185 from 1931)
8
(+3 from 1931)
0.00071
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19314331
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00045
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
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No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18820
No SSA data
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0.0000
18810
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0.0000
18800
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0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Freya

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2112021#2132022#2382023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2422021#2322022#2682023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2152021#1612022#1642023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#692021#722022#732023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2332021#1522022#1762023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1612021#862022#1232023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#732021#592022#732023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1192021#1052022#992023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1762021#1472022#1072023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1732021#1832022#1672023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#792021#572022#942023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#422021#502022#402023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1712021#1552022#1752023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1692021#1092022#1482023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#942021#972022#952023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2202021#2092022#1512023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1482021#1312022#1102023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1192021#1062022#1242023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1372021#1462022#1302023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1592021#1272022#1442023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1802021#1442022#1212023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1242021#942022#822023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1202021#852022#652023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3382021#2982022#2102023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1152021#1212022#1102023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1482021#882022#1222023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2292021#1972022#3012023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1342021#812022#752023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1542021#932022#1182023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2352021#1532022#1772023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2792021#1522022#2112023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1862021#1552022#2712023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#782021#682022#1322023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1002021#682022#492023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1962021#2192022#1522023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#442021#432022#372023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1132021#1692022#632023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1632021#1522022#1112023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#872021#692022#592023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1492021#292022#432023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2412021#1752022#2892023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#672021#312022#1092023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1432021#582022#282023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1502021#732022#912023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#622021#662022#542023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2482021#1992022#2842023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1302020#2132021#1842023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#402019#282022#462023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1172019#1592020#1232021

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2002020#1572022#992023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2442019#1582022

Popularity Rankings for Freya in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#42021#32022#32023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#102019#122020#62021

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#152021#92022#102023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#222021#152022#182023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#222021#242022#312023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#552021#542022#382023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#892021#832022#512023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#1132021#952022#822023

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#1272022#982023

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#1702021#1772022#1152023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#1912020#2122021#1662022

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1742001

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1962020

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3262021#2082022#3912023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#4132020#3082021#2782022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#2942021#4652022#4582023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Freya a Name for Boys or Girls?

Freya is generally a feminine name, associated with beauty and nobility.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Freya

Freya in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Freya Ridings (Singer, born 1994): A British singer-songwriter known for her hit song "Lost Without You."
  • Freya Stark (Explorer and Writer, 1893–1993): A British-Italian explorer and travel writer famous for her books on the Middle East.
  • Freya Allan (Actress, born 2001): A British actress recognized for her role as Ciri in the Netflix series "The Witcher."
  • Freya Mavor (Actress, born 1993): A Scottish actress known for her role in the TV series "Skins."
  • Freya Tingley (Actress, born 1994): An Australian actress recognized for her roles in "Hemlock Grove" and "Once Upon a Time."
  • Freya Van den Bossche (Politician, born 1975): A Belgian politician who has held various ministerial positions in the Belgian government.
  • Freya Mikaelson ("The Originals," 2013 TV Series): A powerful witch and member of the Mikaelson family navigating supernatural threats in New Orleans.
  • "Freya's Saga" (2017 Novel): A captivating story about a young warrior named Freya who embarks on a quest to reclaim her kingdom.
  • Freya Ridings ("Freya Ridings," 2019 Album): Features hauntingly beautiful songs by British singer-songwriter Freya Ridings.
  • Freya Stark ("Freya," 2016 Film): Chronicles the adventurous life of the famous explorer and travel writer Freya Stark.
  • "Freya's Tears" (2020 Video Game): Players follow Freya, a valiant heroine, on her journey to save her world from an ancient curse.
  • Freya Beauchamp ("Witches of East End," 2013 TV Series): One of the main characters, a witch who discovers her magical heritage.
  • "Freya's Destiny" (2015 Comic Book Series): Follows Freya, a superheroine with the power to control elements, fighting against evil forces.
  • Freya Wilson ("Freya's Journey," 2018 Film): Tells the inspiring story of Freya Wilson, a young girl overcoming obstacles to achieve her dreams.
  • "Freya's Song" (2021 Novel): A touching narrative about Freya, a singer whose music brings hope and healing to her community.
  • Freya Lewis ("Freya's Quest," 2014 Video Game): An engaging game where players join Freya Lewis on a mission to uncover hidden treasures.
  • Freya Park (Washington, USA): A small urban park located in Spokane, offering green spaces and playgrounds.
  • Freya Lake (Saskatchewan, Canada): A freshwater lake situated in the boreal forest region of northern Saskatchewan.
  • Freya Beach (California, USA): A secluded beach located in Malibu, popular for its tranquil setting and beautiful coastline.
  • Freya Crescent (Victoria, Australia): A scenic road in the suburb of Ocean Grove, offering coastal views and access to local amenities.
  • Freya Ridge (British Columbia, Canada): A mountain ridge located in the Coast Mountains, providing challenging hiking trails and stunning vistas.
  • Freya Street (Auckland, New Zealand): A residential street in the suburb of Grey Lynn, known for its charming houses and community atmosphere.

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