Freida
Freida is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Peace, beautiful, or ruler.
Origin and history
Freida is a variant spelling of the Germanic name Frida, derived from elements meaning peace or power. It was moderately common in the early 20th century in the United States and remains a recognized classic name today. In recent years, it has become a rare choice for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
10,794 babies in the United States have been named Freida since 1880. It ranks #1562 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1995.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.3 %)
- NC (8 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- KY (6.8 %)
- TN (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 54 |
| 1890-1900 | 256 |
| 1900-1910 | 366 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,316 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,839 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,573 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,698 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,823 |
| 1960-1970 | 787 |
| 1970-1980 | 335 |
| 1980-1990 | 174 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 145 |
| 2010-2019 | 199 |
| 2020-2029 | 106 |
Famous people named Freida
- Freida Pinto: Actress, Model
- Freida Lee Mock: Filmmaker, Director
Nicknames
Freddie, Free
Fun facts
- Freida is an alternative phonetic spelling of the traditional German name Frida or Frieda.
- The spelling Freida achieved its highest popularity in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s.