Alexandra vs Freya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexandra

Girl #221 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Russian Spanish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,387
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Alex, Lexi, Alexa

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alexandra Rank #221
Freya Rank #160

Freya is more popular, ranked #160 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra Claire

Freya ___

  • Freya Rose
  • Freya Grace
  • Freya Josephine
  • Freya Elise
  • Freya Charlotte
  • Freya Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Freya more popular?

Freya is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Freya mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Freya means "noblewoman, lady" (Proto-Germanic origin).

Are Alexandra and Freya boy or girl names?

Alexandra is primarily a girl name. Freya is primarily a girl name.

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