girl name · Norse origin
Frida
/ FREE-dah /
Meaning
Frida means Peace (Norse).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Norse
Pronunciation
FREE-dah
Popularity
#1565 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Frida in the US, 1880–2025
Frida first appears in US records in 1892. It peaked in 2017, when 418 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 135.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Frida mean?
Frida comes from the Old Norse and Germanic for “peace.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Frida mean?
Frida means Peace. Frida comes from the Old Norse and Germanic for “peace.”
What is the origin of the name Frida?
Frida is of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Frida?
Frida is pronounced “FREE-dah.”
Is Frida a boy or a girl name?
Frida is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Frida?
In 2025, Frida ranked #1565 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Frida most popular?
Frida was most popular in 2017, when about 418 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.