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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: FREE-duh //ˈfriːdə//
Origin: German; Scandinavian
Meaning: German: noble; Scandinavian: beautiful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Frida has its roots in the Old High German word "fridu," which translates to "peace." This term is derived from the Proto-Germanic *frijō, which also conveys the notion of love and peace. The name was further influenced by the Old Norse name "Fríðr," which carries similar meanings.
The transition of the name into English occurred through the adoption of various forms in Germanic languages, particularly during the medieval period, when names from these languages began to be integrated into English vernacular. Historically, the name Frida has been associated with several notable figures.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 9th century, with Frida being used in various Germanic regions. The name gained further prominence in the 19th century, particularly in Scandinavian countries, where it was popularized through literature and art.
The name is also linked to the Norse goddess Frigg, who was associated with love and fertility, thereby enhancing its cultural significance in the context of peace and harmony. Culturally, Frida has resonated through various artistic and literary movements, particularly in the 20th century, with figures such as the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo bringing the name into global consciousness.
Kahlo's work often explored themes of identity, pain, and resilience, which have contributed to the name's enduring legacy. Additionally, the name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutives such as "Frieda" appearing in German-speaking regions, further illustrating its adaptability and continued relevance in various contexts.
Famous people named Frida
In this section, you will find notable people named Frida. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Frida who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Frida who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Frida Kahlo is a painter best known for The Two Fridas, Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird, and The Broken Column.
Frida Giannini is a fashion designer best known for her work as the creative director of Gucci.
Fictional characters named Frida
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Frida is a fictional character from the animated film Coco. She is a spirited and talented artist who inspires the protagonist, Miguel, on his journey through the Land of the Dead.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Frida. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frida was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Frida has ranked as high as #975 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Frida has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Frida 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 Frida was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Frida (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 38 | |
| CA | 31 | |
| AZ | 17 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 |
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 Frida.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 185 |
| 2023 | 211 |
| 2022 | 224 |
| 2021 | 264 |
| 2020 | 299 |
| 2019 | 386 |
| 2018 | 418 |
| 2017 | 418 |
| 2016 | 357 |
| 2015 | 326 |
| 2014 | 286 |
| 2013 | 197 |
| 2012 | 217 |
| 2011 | 223 |
| 2010 | 247 |
| 2009 | 287 |
| 2008 | 314 |
| 2007 | 347 |
| 2006 | 320 |
| 2005 | 352 |
| 2004 | 368 |
| 2003 | 409 |
| 2002 | 318 |
| 2001 | 248 |
| 2000 | 196 |
| 1999 | 126 |
| 1998 | 138 |
| 1997 | 84 |
| 1996 | 74 |
| 1995 | 76 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1993 | 49 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |