Fredda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fredda is an Old English name meaning 'peaceful'. It evolved from the word 'frid' and has historical forms such as Fred and Frederick. The name embodies traits of warmth and friendliness, while lacking biblical significance. It saw a rise in popularity during the 19th century and is perceived as unique today.
The name Fredda is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Fredda has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Fredda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2180th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1514th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1952nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6923rd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Fredda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fredda"
Pronunciation
/ˈfrɛdə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Fredda is derived from the Old English word 'frid,' which means peace. It is often associated with the name Fred, which is a diminutive form of Frederick.
Meaning
peaceful
Language Evolution
Fredda, Fred, Frederick
Historical Usage
Fredda and its variants gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Freddie, Fred, Frederick, Freda
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Fredda is considered unique and carries a vintage charm, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Fredda D. Jones, American artist, Fredda G. R. Smith, American writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fredda"
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 "Fredda"
"Fredda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2180th of 9107 | 281 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1514th of 9204 | 489 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1952nd of 12526 | 587 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6923rd of 19264 | 100 |
Regional Popularity of "Fredda" 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 "Fredda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
76.67% 1814th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
64.52% 1004th/1556 |
54.95% 1293rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
48.77% 1185th/2430 |
57.76% 1648th/2853 |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Fredda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fredda" 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.