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Frasier
Pronounced FRAY-zher /ˈfreɪ.ʒər/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Fraser — a Scottish clan surname, variously linked to French fraise, 'a strawberry', and to 'a ferny/forested place'; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Frasier is a spelling of Fraser — a Scottish clan surname, variously linked to French fraise, 'a strawberry' (strawberry flowers feature on the clan crest), and to 'a ferny/forested place' (routes layered, which we note). Familiar from the TV character Frasier Crane. A crisp, classic name (said 'FRAY-zher'; nickname Fras).
In the U.S. it appears as a first name. Rare, of-the-strawberries at the root, and classic.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Frasier mean?
Frasier spells Fraser — a Scottish surname, variously 'of the strawberries' and 'from the ferny place'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Frasier?
It's said FRAY-zher /ˈfreɪ.ʒər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Frasier a boy or girl name?
Frasier is a boy's name.
How popular is Frasier?
Frasier is a rare name in the U.S.