Freda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Freda has its origins in Old English, meaning 'peaceful' or 'beloved'. It evolved from early forms in the English language and has variants in other cultures. The name is associated with positive traits such as warmth and friendliness, and while it is not widely used today, it carries a vintage charm. There is no direct biblical relevance.
The name Freda is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Freda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Freda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5479th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 207th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 270th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 434th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 904th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2879th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6970th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8012th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Freda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Freda"
Pronunciation
/ˈfrɛdə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Freda is derived from the Old English word 'frēo', meaning 'free' or 'beloved'. It is often considered a diminutive of names containing the element 'fred', which relates to peace or safety.
Meaning
peaceful, beloved
Language Evolution
Freda (Old English), Frieda (German), Freida (Yiddish)
Historical Usage
Freda gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine form of the name Frederick, often associated with qualities of peace and freedom.
Variants & Derivatives
Frieda, Freida, Freda
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Freda is seen as a vintage name, often associated with warmth and friendliness, but it is less common among younger generations.
Famous People
Freda Payne (American singer), Freda Adler (American sociologist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Freda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Freda"
"Freda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 207th of 9107 | 17,252 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 270th of 9204 | 10,201 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 434th of 12526 | 8,459 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 904th of 19264 | 2,330 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2879th of 27321 | 601 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6970th of 35406 | 266 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8012th of 30306 | 164 |
Regional Popularity of "Freda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Freda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
10.88% 154th/1416 |
13.49% 186th/1379 |
10.14% 240th/2366 |
19.00% 217th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
15.65% 242nd/1546 |
20.76% 323rd/1556 |
10.50% 247th/2353 |
27.93% 432nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.59% 503rd/2227 |
26.30% 639th/2430 |
10.66% 304th/2853 |
26.45% 734th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.43% 1070th/2937 |
37.47% 1305th/3483 |
18.36% 646th/3518 |
38.01% 1537th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.86% 2685th/3685 |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
54.31% 2821st/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Freda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Freda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.