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Freya
/ FRAY-ah /
feminineMeaning
Noblewoman; lady
Origin
Norse
Freya was the Old Norse goddess of love, beauty, fertility, and war. The name literally means 'Lady'. It has transitioned from a Scandinavian traditional name to a dominant favorite in the UK and Australia.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Freya.
NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENFP
12.1%
INFP
11.5%
ENFJ
9.8%
ISFP
8.9%
INFJ
8.4%
ENTP
7.2%
ESFP
6.8%
INTP
6.1%
ISTP
5.7%
ENTJ
5.1%
ISFJ
4.8%
ESTP
4.2%
INTJ
3.9%
ESFJ
2.1%
ESTJ
1.9%
ISTJ
1.5%
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Freya feels powerful yet feminine. It carries a sense of ancient strength and mythological allure. It is currently at the peak of its popularity, favored by parents who like 'strong girl' names.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
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Freya Stark
Anglo-Italian explorer and travel writer (1893–1993)
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Freya Ridings
English singer-songwriter (b. 1994)