Freya
Freya first appears in US records in 1931. It peaked in 2022, when 2,183 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,746.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Freya popular?
Rising Freya has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 11,354 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,960 | |
| 2000s | 772 | |
| 1990s | 180 | |
| 1980s | 121 | |
| 1970s | 131 | |
| 1960s | 54 | |
| 1950s | 70 | |
| 1940s | 166 | |
| 1930s | 13 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Freya mean?
From the Old Norse, “lady” or “noblewoman.” Freya is the Norse goddess of love and beauty.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Freya mean?
Freya means Lady, noblewoman. From the Old Norse, “lady” or “noblewoman.” Freya is the Norse goddess of love and beauty.
What is the origin of the name Freya?
Freya is of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Freya?
Freya is pronounced “FRAY-uh.”
Is Freya a boy or a girl name?
Freya is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Freya a popular name right now?
Freya has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Freya?
In 2025, Freya ranked #176 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Freya most popular?
Freya was most popular in 2022, when about 2,183 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Freya?
Names similar to Freya include Astrid, Ingrid, Luna, Aurora.
What names go well with Freya?
Norse names that pair well with Freya include Eric, Erik, Odin, Astrid, Ingrid.