Freyja Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Freyja Name at a Glance

Name	Freyja
Meaning	Norse goddess of love and fertility.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Freyja Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Freyja means “Norse goddess of love and fertility”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Freyja Name Origin

Our database records Freyja under Scandinavian origin. Browse more Scandinavian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Freyja a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Freyja is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Freyja

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