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Frasier

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Frasier Pronunciation

Frasier is 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

In 30 seconds: Of the strawberries; from the ferny place: Frasier spells Fraser. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'FRAY-zher').

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Origin LowScottish

MeaningA spelling of Fraser — a Scottish clan surname, variously linked to French fraise, 'a strawberry', and to 'a ferny/forested place'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6950 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 93

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

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.

Did you know? Fraser is a great Scottish clan surname, variously linked to French fraise, 'a strawberry' (strawberry flowers appear on the clan crest), and to 'a ferny place' — Frasier is a spelling, crisp and classic (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'FRAY-zher').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Fraser — surname; routes layered

Variations

FraserFrazierFrazer

Nicknames

Fras

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Surname-name Scottish

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Frasier?

Frasier is pronounced FRAY-zher (/ˈfreɪ.ʒər/). Press play above to hear Frasier said aloud.

How do you say Frasier?

Frasier is said FRAY-zher (/ˈfreɪ.ʒər/). Press play above to hear Frasier said aloud.

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.

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.