Frazier
Frazier is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Strawberry or strawberry seller.
Origin and history
Frazier originated as a surname of Scottish and Norman French roots, likely derived from the French word for strawberry ('fraise'). Historically used as a given name in the U.S., it remains relatively rare with modest contemporary usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,159 babies in the United States have been named Frazier since 1880. It ranks #2779 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1832.
States where it is most popular
- AL (47.2 %)
- TN (14.8 %)
- VA (8.5 %)
- GA (7 %)
- NC (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 33 |
| 1900-1910 | 65 |
| 1910-1920 | 229 |
| 1920-1930 | 271 |
| 1930-1940 | 215 |
| 1940-1950 | 302 |
| 1950-1960 | 198 |
| 1960-1970 | 173 |
| 1970-1980 | 139 |
| 1980-1990 | 120 |
| 1990-2000 | 142 |
| 2000-2010 | 71 |
| 2010-2019 | 91 |
| 2020-2029 | 95 |
Fun facts
- The name is linked to the Anglo-Norman clan Fraser, which traces back to French words associated with strawberries.
- Frazier reflects the long-standing tradition in English-speaking regions of adopting family surnames as masculine first names.