Freya

Meaning of Freya

Freya means "lady". She was a goddess of love, beauty, and fertility in Norse mythology.

Freya has Norse roots — browse every Norse baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Freya

Freya has cooled off, slipping to #176 in 2025, down from a peak of #129 in 2022.

Notable people named Freya

• Freya Allan
  Actress, The Witcher
• Freya Tingley
  Australian actress
• Freya Mavor
  Scottish actress
• Freya Ridings
  British singer-songwriter
• Freya Ross
  Scottish marathon runner

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Questions about the name Freya

What does the name Freya mean?

Freya means freya means "lady". she was a goddess of love, beauty, and fertility in norse mythology, and it comes from Norse origins.

Is Freya a boy's or a girl's name?

Freya is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Freya?

In 2025, Freya ranked #176 for girls, down from #160 the year before.

When was Freya most popular?

Freya peaked at #129 in 2022.