Girl
Freya
noble woman, goddess of love
About Freya
Powerful and mythologically rich, this name brings an undeniable presence that commands respect without aggression. There's something fierce yet refined about this choice, suggesting someone who will navigate life with both strength and grace. The Scandinavian heritage adds an exotic flair for many English-speaking families, while remaining accessible in pronunciation and spelling—a relatively rare combination. It has surged in popularity recently, reflecting growing appreciation for names with substantial historical and cultural depth. The single syllable when spoken quickly, or two when emphasized, provides flexibility in everyday use. This is a name for someone who will make their mark, whether through quiet determination or bold action, carrying themselves with the confidence their name suggests.
Popularity of the Name Freya
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | #910 | #19 | #111 | #38 | #495 |
| 2014 | #584 | #19 | #101 | #36 | #284 |
| 2015 | #416 | #19 | #96 | #33 | #180 |
| 2016 | #330 | #18 | #64 | #36 | #117 |
| 2017 | #305 | #17 | #57 | #29 | #139 |
| 2018 | #266 | #17 | #27 | #26 | #124 |
| 2019 | #199 | #9 | #31 | #22 | #120 |
| 2020 | #178 | #8 | #37 | #25 | #124 |
| 2021 | #152 | #5 | #22 | #22 | #102 |
| 2022 | #129 | #6 | #24 | #15 | #88 |
| 2023 | #136 | #5 | #32 | #19 | #93 |
| 2024 | #160 | #5 | #25 | #12 | #83 |
| 2025 | #176 | #5 | #19 | #26 | #90 |
| 1997 | #121 | #373 | |||
| 1998 | #100 | ||||
| 1999 | #96 | #363 | |||
| 2000 | #82 | #337 | |||
| 2001 | #53 | #286 | |||
| 2002 | #51 | #272 | #339 | ||
| 2003 | #45 | #268 | |||
| 2004 | #32 | #365 | #200 | ||
| 2005 | #32 | #367 | #119 | ||
| 2006 | #27 | #244 | #135 | ||
| 2007 | #27 | #226 | #97 | #992 | |
| 2008 | #26 | #212 | #111 | #764 | |
| 2009 | #22 | #157 | #67 | #831 | |
| 2010 | #20 | #159 | #63 | #606 | |
| 2011 | #18 | #219 | #61 | #492 | |
| 2012 | #18 | #112 | #49 | #647 | |
| 1988 | #284 | ||||
| 1989 | #297 | ||||
| 1990 | #373 | #422 | |||
| 1994 | #341 | #358 | |||
| 1995 | #341 | ||||
| 1996 | #299 | #491 | |||
| 1987 | #522 | ||||
| 1992 | #469 | ||||
| 1993 | #542 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Freya
Names Similar to Freya
Nicknames for Freya
- Frey
- Rey
- Fifi
- Fey
Famous People Named Freya
| Freya Allan | English actress known for her role in "The Witcher" series |
| Freya Ridings | British singer-songwriter |
| Freya Stark | English explorer and travel writer |
| Freya Mavor | Scottish actress and model |
| Freya Tingley | Australian actress |
| Freya Mikaelson | Icelandic author and journalist |
| Freya Hoffmeister | German adventurer and kayaker |
| Freya Ross | Scottish long-distance runner |
| Freya Dalsjø | Danish fashion designer |
| Freya Josephine Hollick | Australian singer-songwriter |
| Freya Mayor | English field hockey player |
| Freya Murray | Scottish long-distance runner |
| Freya St. Johnston | Irish fashion stylist |
| Freya North | British author |
| Freya Anderson | English competitive swimmer |
| Freya Prumm | Australian motocross rider |
Characters Named Freya
| Freya Mikaelson | From "The Originals" TV series |
| Freya Crescent | From the video game "Final Fantasy IX" |
| Freya Beauchamp | From the book and TV series "Witches of East End" |
| Freya McAllister | A character in the TV series "Mistresses" |
| Freya Lewis | From the book "The Magic Thief" |
| Freya Nightingale | A character in the "Island of Fog" book series |
| Freya the Ice Queen | From the animated movie "Frozen" |
| Freya Larsen | From the TV series "The Rook" |
| Freya Hofferson | From the animated TV series "Dragons - Race to the Edge" |
| Freya Boyle | From the novel "The Lost Sister" |
| Freya Stark | From the book "Jane, Unlimited" |