Freya: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The Norse goddess of love, beauty, and war, fierce and enchanting.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #105
- Peak
- #105 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Freya Means
Freya is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. The Norse goddess of love, beauty, and war, fierce and enchanting.
How Popular Freya Is
Freya currently ranks #105 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #105 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Freya
- Freya rode a chariot pulled by cats in Norse mythology.
- Friday may be named after Freya (Freya's day).
- Already a top 10 name in the UK and Scandinavia.
Names Like Freya
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Freya
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Freya.
Questions About Freya
What does Freya mean?
Freya is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. The Norse goddess of love, beauty, and war, fierce and enchanting.
How popular is Freya?
Freya currently ranks #105 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #105 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Freya come from?
Freya comes from Scandinavian roots. Freya rode a chariot pulled by cats in Norse mythology.
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