Fremont

Q: What is the origin of Fremont?

Fremont is of French origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Fremont?

According to the latest SSA data, Fremont is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Fremont a boy name?

Fremont is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Free Mountain"

Fremont is a French surname used as a given name, commonly interpreted through elements meaning free and mountain.

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Nature Natural Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Fremont

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Fremont did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Fremont Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Fremont.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Fremont

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Fremont mean?

Fremont means "Free Mountain". Fremont is a French surname used as a given name, commonly interpreted through elements meaning free and mountain.

What is the origin of Fremont?

Fremont is of French origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Fremont?

According to the latest SSA data, Fremont is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Fremont a boy name?

Fremont is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Fremont?

Popular nicknames for Fremont include Freie, Frem, frem, frey, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Fremont?

There are many names similar to Fremont in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginFrench

Syllables2

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withF

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Antoine Armand Antwan Adrien Antwon

Sisters

Annette Antoinette Adrienne Aimee Angelique

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