US Popularity:325
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.
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Common Nicknames for Freya

What’s not to like about the name Freya? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Freya

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 #325 in U.S. births
Girl:Freya is currently #136 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#136
in 2023
- 7
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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