US Popularity Rank: 12034

Origin: German

Meaning: Peaceful

You and baby may be in for a few sleepless nights together, but giving them a name rooted in tranquility might just help ease you through. Freda is a girl’s name of German origin that means “peaceful.” The feminine version of Fred and a short form of Winifred, this name has been around for a long time. Freda currently rests at an all-time low since its first appearance in the charts way back in 1880, but aligns beautifully with today's trend of old-timer baby names. Along with the likes of Esther, Mabel, Vera, and others, Freda fits right in with centuries-old names being given a new lease on life.