Freidel
Freidel is a Jewish girl name of Yiddish origin, meaning “Little joy”.
| Meaning | Little joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yiddish |
| Written as | פֿריידל |
| Pronunciation | FRAY-dul |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | United States, Israel |
Meaning and origin of Freidel
Freidel is a Yiddish diminutive of Freyde, 'joy', related to German Freude. It is often paired with Hebrew names of similar meaning such as Simcha or Sarah, and was common among Ashkenazi women before the twentieth century. Like other Yiddish names it is now used mainly to honour a grandmother or other relative.
Is Freidel a Jewish name?
Freidel is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish name, often given in memory of a relative.
How popular is Freidel?
Used mainly in Hasidic and Orthodox families.
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Spellings and variants of Freidel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Freidel mean?
Freidel means 'Little joy'. It is of Yiddish origin.
Is Freidel a Jewish name?
Freidel is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish name, often given in memory of a relative.
How do you pronounce Freidel?
Freidel is pronounced FRAY-dul.
Is Freidel a boy or girl name?
Freidel is usually a girl name.