Freyja
Girl name · 240 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Freyja: 240 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 19 births in 2024.
Freyja is a resonant and powerful choice, belonging to the Old Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. The name directly stems from the Proto-Germanic *Frawjōn, meaning “lady” or “mistress,” sharing its root with the German word “Frau.” Its most famous historical bearer is the deity herself, a central figure in Norse mythology who rode a chariot pulled by cats and owned the magical necklace Brísingamen. In modern times, the name is borne by figures like Freyja Harding, a young and prominent Scottish climate activist. While no major place is named after the goddess, her influence is seen in Friday, named for her father Njörðr, but often mistakenly linked to her. A popular variant is the Danish and Norwegian spelling, Freja, which has seen a revival across Scandinavia and Scotland in recent years.
Girl 23 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 202419 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #20419 babies
- Total births
- 240since 2002
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 58%vs prior 5y