Frieda Girl
Origin(s)
German; Scandinavian
Meaning
peaceful ruler; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Frieda is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German word 'fridu,' meaning peace. It has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in German-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and has seen various cultural representations. In Scandinavian countries, it is often associated with the Norse goddess Frigg, who is linked to love and fertility.
Trend Summary
Frieda has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Similar Names
Freya, Fiona, Freda, Fina, Frances, Felicity, Fay, Faye
Variants
- Frieda
- Frida
International Variants
- Frida (Spanish)
- Frieda (Dutch)
- Frieda (German)
Famous people named Frieda
Frieda Kahlo was a renowned Mexican painter known for her self-portraits and works inspired by nature and artifacts of Mexico.
Frieda Hempel was a famous German soprano who gained international acclaim in the early 20th century.
Frieda Lawrence was an English writer and the wife of author D.H. Lawrence, known for her contributions to literature.
Frieda Fromm-Reichmann was a notable German-American psychiatrist recognized for her work in psychoanalysis.
Fictional characters named Frieda
Frieda is a character in the comic strip Peanuts, known for her distinctive hairstyle and her friendship with Charlie Brown.
Frieda is a character in the animated series The Magic School Bus, where she is portrayed as a curious and adventurous student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Frieda was first seen in the United States in 1880. Frieda has ranked as high as #344 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Frieda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Frieda (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 | |
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 26 |
| 1881 | 25 |
| 1882 | 50 |
| 1883 | 57 |
| 1884 | 85 |
| 1885 | 90 |
| 1886 | 91 |
| 1887 | 123 |
| 1888 | 154 |
| 1889 | 162 |
| 1890 | 195 |
| 1891 | 207 |
| 1892 | 265 |
| 1893 | 256 |
| 1894 | 299 |
| 1895 | 299 |
| 1896 | 339 |
| 1897 | 278 |
| 1898 | 335 |
| 1899 | 307 |
| 1900 | 300 |
| 1901 | 323 |
| 1902 | 282 |
| 1903 | 294 |
| 1904 | 280 |
| 1905 | 275 |
| 1906 | 244 |
| 1907 | 267 |
| 1908 | 317 |
| 1909 | 315 |
| 1910 | 319 |
| 1911 | 335 |
| 1912 | 445 |
| 1913 | 506 |
| 1914 | 639 |
| 1915 | 792 |
| 1916 | 838 |
| 1917 | 766 |
| 1918 | 804 |
| 1919 | 746 |
| 1920 | 674 |
| 1921 | 639 |
| 1922 | 566 |
| 1923 | 538 |
| 1924 | 541 |
| 1925 | 428 |
| 1926 | 405 |
| 1927 | 417 |
| 1928 | 372 |
| 1929 | 337 |
| 1930 | 318 |
| 1931 | 234 |
| 1932 | 270 |
| 1933 | 233 |
| 1934 | 267 |
| 1935 | 193 |
| 1936 | 241 |
| 1937 | 209 |
| 1938 | 213 |
| 1939 | 197 |
| 1940 | 200 |
| 1941 | 174 |
| 1942 | 165 |
| 1943 | 175 |
| 1944 | 170 |
| 1945 | 151 |
| 1946 | 171 |
| 1947 | 165 |
| 1948 | 192 |
| 1949 | 189 |
| 1950 | 181 |
| 1951 | 148 |
| 1952 | 138 |
| 1953 | 150 |
| 1954 | 141 |
| 1955 | 133 |
| 1956 | 159 |
| 1957 | 134 |
| 1958 | 137 |
| 1959 | 107 |
| 1960 | 101 |
| 1961 | 98 |
| 1962 | 84 |
| 1963 | 78 |
| 1964 | 78 |
| 1965 | 62 |
| 1966 | 61 |
| 1967 | 54 |
| 1968 | 55 |
| 1969 | 46 |
| 1970 | 33 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1973 | 51 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 37 |