Freya
Meaning of Freya
The name Freya is of Old Norse origin, derived from the name of the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. Pronounced as FRAY-uh in English and FREY-ah in German, this enchanting name exudes a sense of strength and femininity. Freya has gained popularity over the years, particularly in recent times. In the United States, its usage has seen a significant rise—from being ranked 8500th in 1990 to reaching the 136th position by 2023 with 2061 occurrences that year. The variant "Freyja" retains close ties to its mythological roots. Freya's association with a powerful deity makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that embodies both grace and resilience.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as FRAY-uh (/ˈfreɪə/)
German
- Pronunced as FREY-ah (/ˈfraɪ̯a/)
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Notable People Named Freya
| Dame Freya Madeline Stark was a pioneering British-Italian explorer and travel writer known for her extensive writings on the Middle East and Afghanistan, and for being one of the first non-Arabs to journey through the southern Arabian Desert in modern times. |
| Freya von Moltke was a German American lawyer and key member of the anti-Nazi resistance group, the Kreisau Circle, during World War II. |
| Freya Ridings - Freya Olivia Rose Ridings is an English singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her hit ballad "Lost Without You" and her self-titled debut album featuring the single "Castles". |
| Freya Mavor is a Scottish actress known for her roles in the E4 teen drama Skins and the HBO finance drama series Industry. |
| Freya Waley-Cohen is a London-based British-American composer. |
| Freya Hoffmeister is a German business owner and athlete known for holding multiple sea kayaking endurance records, including the fastest solo circumnavigation of Australia and South America. |
| Freya Mathews is an Australian environmental philosopher known for her work in ecological metaphysics, panpsychism, ecological civilization, indigenous perspectives on sustainability, and wildlife ethics. |
| Freya Allan is an English actress known for her role as Princess Cirilla in The Witcher and for her appearances in Gunpowder Milkshake and Into the Badlands. |
| Freya Tingley is an Australian actress known for her roles in Once Upon A Time, Hemlock Grove, and Jersey Boys. |
| Freya North is a British writer known for her successful novels featuring strong female characters and raunchy exploits, making her a precursor of chick lit. |
| Freya Gregory is an English professional footballer currently on loan from Aston Villa, playing as a midfielder for Reading. |
| Freya Lynelle Wilcox is an Australian-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for forming the band Freya Wilcox and the Howl in the United States. |
| Freya Wilson is a British child actress known for her roles in various films and television shows. |
| Freya Nicole Christie is a British tennis player. |
| Freya Adams is a well-known American actress, recognized for her role in the film Advantageous. |
