Freja
Danish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Freja
Freja is a Scandinavian variant of Freya, derived from Old Norse *Freyja*, meaning "lady" or "noblewoman" and related to the word *frú* (mistress).
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Etymology
Freja is a Scandinavian variant of Freya, derived from Old Norse *Freyja*, meaning "lady" or "noblewoman" and related to the word *frú* (mistress). The name is primarily used in Scandinavian countries and reflects Norse mythology, where Freyja was the goddess of love, fertility, and beauty.
Freja currently ranks #3,929 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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