What Does the Name Freya Mean
The name Freya comes from Norse Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Freya below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Freya Name Meaning
Norse Mythology, English (British, Modern), GermanFrom Old Norse Freyja meaning "lady". This was the name of the goddess of love, beauty, war and death in Norse mythology. She claimed half of the heroes who were...
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