Fraidy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fraidy is a name of Yiddish origin, meaning 'joy' or 'delight.' It evolved from the name Freydl and is used affectionately. The name reflects traits of warmth and happiness. It does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in Jewish communities in the 19th and 20th centuries.
The name Fraidy is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Fraidy has been too falling for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Fraidy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7071st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5027th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3712th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Fraidy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fraidy"
Pronunciation
/ˈfreɪdi/
Origin
Yiddish
Etymology
Fraidy is derived from the Yiddish name 'Freydl,' which means 'joy' or 'delight.' It is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form.
Meaning
joy, delight
Language Evolution
Freydl, Fraidy
Historical Usage
Fraidy gained popularity in Jewish communities, particularly among Yiddish speakers, during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Freida, Freydl, Freyde
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Fraidy is seen as a charming and affectionate name, often associated with warmth and happiness.
Famous People
Fraidy Reiss, Fraidy Gidron
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fraidy"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Fraidy"
"Fraidy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7071st of 27321 | 167 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5027th of 35406 | 412 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3712th of 30306 | 498 |
Regional Popularity of "Fraidy" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Fraidy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
33.74% 1510th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
21.79% 1125th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
21.93% 984th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Fraidy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fraidy" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.