Freeman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFREE-muhn / /ˈfriː.mən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: free man; Old English: a man who is not a serf
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Freeman has roots in Old English, where it referred to a man who was free, particularly in the context of feudal society. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name reflects social status and personal freedom in historical contexts. It has been adopted in various cultures, often symbolizing independence.
Trend Summary
Freeman has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Freeman
- Free
International Variants
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Famous people named Freeman
Freeman Dyson was a theoretical physicist and mathematician known for his work in quantum mechanics and space propulsion.
Freeman A. H. H. was a notable American politician who served in various capacities throughout his career.
Freeman Tilden was an influential figure in the field of interpretation in national parks and authored several books on the subject.
Fictional characters named Freeman
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Freeman was first seen in the United States in 1880. Freeman has ranked as high as #653 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Texas, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Freeman has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Freeman (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 26 |
| 1881 | 25 |
| 1882 | 29 |
| 1883 | 20 |
| 1884 | 24 |
| 1885 | 27 |
| 1886 | 21 |
| 1887 | 26 |
| 1888 | 34 |
| 1889 | 35 |
| 1890 | 28 |
| 1891 | 33 |
| 1892 | 19 |
| 1893 | 24 |
| 1894 | 27 |
| 1895 | 27 |
| 1896 | 25 |
| 1897 | 30 |
| 1898 | 38 |
| 1899 | 22 |
| 1900 | 44 |
| 1901 | 20 |
| 1902 | 40 |
| 1903 | 26 |
| 1904 | 40 |
| 1905 | 47 |
| 1906 | 42 |
| 1907 | 41 |
| 1908 | 45 |
| 1909 | 52 |
| 1910 | 52 |
| 1911 | 65 |
| 1912 | 103 |
| 1913 | 106 |
| 1914 | 135 |
| 1915 | 171 |
| 1916 | 173 |
| 1917 | 171 |
| 1918 | 229 |
| 1919 | 199 |
| 1920 | 201 |
| 1921 | 203 |
| 1922 | 184 |
| 1923 | 199 |
| 1924 | 195 |
| 1925 | 190 |
| 1926 | 204 |
| 1927 | 169 |
| 1928 | 173 |
| 1929 | 180 |
| 1930 | 164 |
| 1931 | 148 |
| 1932 | 153 |
| 1933 | 149 |
| 1934 | 132 |
| 1935 | 112 |
| 1936 | 134 |
| 1937 | 147 |
| 1938 | 128 |
| 1939 | 119 |
| 1940 | 121 |
| 1941 | 126 |
| 1942 | 135 |
| 1943 | 159 |
| 1944 | 130 |
| 1945 | 114 |
| 1946 | 114 |
| 1947 | 128 |
| 1948 | 129 |
| 1949 | 119 |
| 1950 | 114 |
| 1951 | 109 |
| 1952 | 104 |
| 1953 | 114 |
| 1954 | 125 |
| 1955 | 108 |
| 1956 | 130 |
| 1957 | 111 |
| 1958 | 78 |
| 1959 | 96 |
| 1960 | 105 |
| 1961 | 84 |
| 1962 | 74 |
| 1963 | 77 |
| 1964 | 72 |
| 1965 | 76 |
| 1966 | 58 |
| 1967 | 64 |
| 1968 | 53 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1970 | 67 |
| 1971 | 69 |
| 1972 | 58 |
| 1973 | 57 |
| 1974 | 51 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 46 |
| 1977 | 50 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 40 |
| 1980 | 53 |
| 1981 | 58 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 56 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 45 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 58 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 46 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 31 |