Fredia
Fredia is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Peace or peaceful ruler.
Origin and history
Fredia is a rare feminine name derived from Germanic elements meaning peace or tranquil ruler. It emerged as a variant of names like Freda or Frida, gaining modest usage in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it is exceptionally uncommon in modern American baby naming.
Popularity in the United States
2,307 babies in the United States have been named Fredia since 1880. It ranks #3669 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (22.6 %)
- TN (15 %)
- AL (12 %)
- NC (10.7 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 143 |
| 1920-1930 | 294 |
| 1930-1940 | 342 |
| 1940-1950 | 450 |
| 1950-1960 | 567 |
| 1960-1970 | 368 |
| 1970-1980 | 111 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Freddie, Freda
Fun facts
- Fredia developed as a less common spelling variant of the classic names Freda and Frida.
- The name experienced its highest popularity in the U.S. during the first half of the 20th century before declining significantly.