Freja is of Norse origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'Frøya', which means 'lady'. This name has been popularized by J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, where Freya is a notable character. It gained further recognition in recent years due to its use in popular culture and media.
The name Freja has seen a steady increase in popularity over the years, with a significant spike starting from 2016 onwards. Between 2000 and 2015, the annual number of births ranged between 5 to 28, but since then, it has consistently been above 30, peaking at 41 births in 2023. Over the entire period from 2000 to 2023, there have been a total of 470 babies named Freja.