Freyja: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced FRAY-uh · 2 syllables
Freyja means “lady”, from Norse and Germanic.
From Old Norse Freyja, from freyja (“lady”), from Proto-Germanic *frawjo.
- Meaning
- lady
- Origin
- Norse, Germanic
- Pronunciation
- FRAY-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #770
- US babies a year
- about 413 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Mythic
How popular is Freyja?
Freyja was the #770 name in the US in 2025, given to 352 babies. It’s rising: up 390% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #770 |
| England & Wales | #426 |
| Scotland | #399 |
| Ireland | #471 |
| France | #995 |
| Canada | #934 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Freyja?
Half of US adults named Freyja are older than 20; most are between 18 and 28. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Freyja
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Ayra
- Elara
- Eliora
- Alara
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Questions about Freyja
What does the name Freyja mean?
Freyja means “lady”. It comes from Norse and Germanic.
How do you pronounce Freyja?
Freyja is pronounced FRAY-uh.
How popular is the name Freyja?
Freyja was the #770 name in the US in 2025, given to 352 babies. It’s rising: up 390% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Freyja?
Half of US adults named Freyja are older than 20. Most are between 18 and 28.