Fremont Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: FREE-mont //ˈfriː.mɒnt//
Origin: Old French; English
Meaning: Old French: from the town of Frémont; English: free man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fremont has its roots in the Old French term "fremont," which translates to "free man" or "freeborn." This term is derived from the Latin word "liber," meaning "free," which evolved through the Old French language before being adopted into English. The name entered the English lexicon during the medieval period, reflecting the societal values of freedom and autonomy that were significant in various European cultures at that time.
Historically, the name Fremont is most notably associated with John C. Frémont, an American military officer, explorer, and politician in the 19th century.
He played a prominent role in the westward expansion of the United States and was a key figure in the California Gold Rush. His expeditions in the 1840s contributed to the mapping and understanding of the American West, and he was a candidate for the presidency in 1856 as the first nominee of the Republican Party.
This association with exploration and pioneering spirit has given the name a sense of adventure and resilience. Culturally, the name Fremont has been embraced in various contexts, often symbolizing freedom and exploration.
It has been used in place names across the United States, further embedding its significance in American history and geography. The name's connection to the idea of liberty resonates with the broader themes of American identity, particularly during periods of expansion and change.
Although diminutive forms or variations are less common, the name's strong historical and cultural associations have contributed to its enduring presence.
Famous people named Fremont
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Fremont Older is a journalist best known for his work with the San Francisco Chronicle and his coverage of the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fremont was first seen in the United States in 1882.
Fremont has ranked as high as #2848 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Fremont has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Fremont is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Fremont was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Fremont.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1946 | 6 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 | 9 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 |
| 1940 | 8 | 8 |
| 1938 | 8 | 8 |
| 1937 | 11 | 11 |
| 1936 | 7 | 7 |
| 1935 | 12 | 12 |
| 1934 | 11 | 11 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 12 | 12 |
| 1931 | 6 | 6 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 |
| 1928 | 19 | 19 |
| 1927 | 15 | 15 |
| 1926 | 13 | 13 |
| 1925 | 13 | 13 |
| 1924 | 14 | 14 |
| 1923 | 15 | 15 |
| 1922 | 19 | 19 |
| 1921 | 22 | 22 |
| 1920 | 27 | 27 |
| 1919 | 17 | 17 |
| 1918 | 20 | 20 |
| 1917 | 17 | 17 |
| 1916 | 14 | 14 |
| 1915 | 21 | 21 |
| 1914 | 19 | 19 |
| 1913 | 14 | 14 |
| 1912 | 7 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 | 6 |
| 1884 | 5 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Fremont (1922)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |