Freida Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Freida is an Old German name meaning peaceful or beloved. It has evolved through various forms such as Frieda and Freya. The name carries traits of tranquility and harmony. It does not have biblical roots but gained popularity in the 19th century. Today, it is perceived as a sophisticated and cultural name, associated with notable figures like Freida Pinto and Freida Kahlo.
The name Freida is most popular in Kentucky, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Freida 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, 'Freida' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 518th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 564th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 770th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2063rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5627th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7537th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6191st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Freida' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Freida"
Pronunciation
/ˈfraɪdə/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Freida is derived from the Old German word 'fridu' which means 'peace' or 'beloved'. It often connotes a sense of tranquility and harmony.
Meaning
peaceful, beloved
Language Evolution
Frieda, Freida, Freya
Historical Usage
Freida gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in German-speaking countries, and has since spread to other cultures and languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Frieda, Freda, Freya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Freida is viewed as a vintage yet elegant name, often associated with cultural richness and historical significance.
Famous People
Freida Pinto, Freida Kahlo
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Freida"
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 "Freida"
"Freida" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 518th of 9107 | 3,206 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 564th of 9204 | 2,750 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 770th of 12526 | 3,111 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2063rd of 19264 | 661 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5627th of 27321 | 234 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7537th of 35406 | 238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6191st of 30306 | 237 |
Regional Popularity of "Freida" 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 "Freida" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.91% 381st/1416 |
32.85% 453rd/1379 |
27.09% 641st/2366 |
71.89% 821st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
35.38% 547th/1546 |
45.24% 704th/1556 |
19.89% 468th/2353 |
59.99% 928th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.36% 921st/2227 |
60.33% 1466th/2430 |
17.81% 508th/2853 |
56.32% 1563rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
48.47% 1705th/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
54.21% 2426th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
44.40% 2293rd/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
43.53% 1953rd/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Freida"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Freida" 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.