All about the name FREIYA

Meaning, origin, history.

Freyja, pronounced "FRAY-yah," is of Norse origin and means "lady." It is derived from the Old Norse word "freyja" which signifies "noble woman." In Norse mythology, Freya is a goddess associated with love, beauty, fertility, and war. She rides a chariot pulled by two cats and possesses a feather cloak that enables her to fly. The name Freya gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century as interest in Norse mythology grew. It is often spelled Freiya or Freyja, with variations including Frøya (Norwegian) and Frøjya (Icelandic).

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Popularity of the name FREIYA since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Freyia saw exactly five babies named after it during the year 2020."