Freydis

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Freydis Pronunciation

Freydis is pronounced FRAY-dis /ˈfreɪ.dɪs/Medium

Meaning: From Old Norse Freydis, 'a woman/lady of the goddess Freyja' (Freyr/Freyja, 'lord/lady', + dis, 'goddess; lady'); we note the goddessLow

In 30 seconds: A lady of the goddess Freyja: Freydis is Old Norse. Crisp, bold, and warm (said 'FRAY-dis').

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Origin LowOld Norse

MeaningFrom Old Norse Freydis, 'a woman/lady of the goddess Freyja' (Freyr/Freyja, 'lord/lady', + dis, 'goddess; lady'); we note the goddess

U.S. rank (2024)#7695 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 21

History & Origin

Freydis comes from Old Norse Freydis, 'a woman/lady of the goddess Freyja' (Freyr/Freyja, 'lord/lady', + dis, 'goddess; lady'; we note the goddess). Borne by Freydis Eiriksdottir, a Norse explorer. A crisp, bold name (said 'FRAY-dis').

In the U.S. it appears in Scandinavian families. Rare, a-lady-of-Freyja at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Freydis means 'a woman/lady of the goddess Freyja' in Old Norse (dis, 'goddess; lady') — borne by Freydis Eiriksdottir, daughter of Erik the Red — crisp and bold (we note the goddess; said 'FRAY-dis').

Overall data confidence 44%

References — Freydis — goddess noted

Variations

FreydissaFreydisa

Themes & Styles

Old-norse Mythology-name

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How do you pronounce Freydis?

Freydis is pronounced FRAY-dis (/ˈfreɪ.dɪs/). Press play above to hear Freydis said aloud.

How do you say Freydis?

Freydis is said FRAY-dis (/ˈfreɪ.dɪs/). Press play above to hear Freydis said aloud.

What does the name Freydis mean?

Freydis is Old Norse for 'a woman/lady of the goddess Freyja'. We note the goddess.

Is Freydis a boy or girl name?

Freydis is a girl's name.

How popular is Freydis?

Freydis is a rare name in the U.S.