Frasier

“strawberry”

Scotland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7034US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

48All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Frasier mean and where does it come from?

Frasier is of Scottish origin, derived from the Old French name 'Fraisier', meaning 'strawberry'. It has become widely recognized due to the popularity of the American television series 'Frasier'. In addition to its use as a surname, Frasier is occasionally used as a given name, particularly in the

Cultural significance

Frasier has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scotland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strawberry.

Peak popularity

Reached #6878 in 1994 — currently #7034 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Frasier?

Frasier works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Frasier Grace

How popular is Frasier right now?

Rising fast — up 2225 spots — currently #7034 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#7034 · Top 5.2%

1990

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7034	12	▲ up 2225 · +50% births
2022	#9259	8	▼ down 2816 · -38% births
2021	#6443	13	▲ up 4610 · +117% births
2020	#11053	6	▼ down 1755 · +20% births
1990	#9298	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Frasier

Best Year2021Rank #6443

Peak Count13

Average Rank#8617

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20235 years

The story of Frasier

Frasier is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 48 total births recorded, Frasier remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9298 in 1990 to #7034 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Frasier in 1994:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Frasier by decade

Frasier peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s ★	20
2000s	5
2010s	17
2020s	6

💎Frasier has only 48 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Frasier?

Common

FraFrasFrasieFrasyAsier

What names sound and feel like Frasier?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Frasier also consider these

Frazier

American · of French origin,

Fraser

Scotland · Strawberry

Fraiser

French · A French name

Brazier

Celtic · A Celtic name

Ranier

France · adventurous

Jasier

Middle Eastern countries · to bring joy

Nasier

American · Arabic

Ramier

Spanish · A variant of

Common questions about the name Frasier

What does the name Frasier mean?

Frasier means "strawberry" — a name rooted in Scotland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Frasier?

Frasier is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Frasier have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Frasier?

Frasier originates from Scotland tradition. Scotland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Frasier trending right now?

Frasier is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Frasier a common or rare name?

Frasier is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.