Friend name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Friend
- Name Meaning
- "Friend" A companion or a mate, A companion or a mate.
- Definition
- A member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
- A person you know well and regard with affection and trust
- A mutual bond that is created between the people and believes them solely.
- New best friend
- Great friend
- Pronunciations
- friend
- frend
- IPA Notation
- fɹɛˈnd
- Syllable
- Friend Syllable count: There are 1 syllable in the name Friend
- Divide Friend into syllables: Friend
- Stressed syllable in Friend: Friend
- Sentences
- Leading Sky News anchor Bob Friend dies at age 70
Friend Overview and Analysis
Friend Gender statistics
The name Friend is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name Friend
The name Friend is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 65,816th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 27,037 | 0% |
| Canada | 47,305 | 0% |
| United States | 79,296 | 0% |
| United Kingdom | 79,296 | 0% |
| New Zealand | 99,846 | 0% |
Where to find Friend?
The name Friend is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
Friend Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Friend has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Friend was most used in 1977 with a usage rate of 50%. It was least used in 1980 with a usage rate of 50%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
Similar Names to Friend
Names with a Similar Sound to Friend
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One Syllable Names Similar to Friend
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Names starting with F
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Origin and History of the name Friend
A Quaker-feeling modern virtue name. Possibly a bit too literal for a first name, but we could see it working as a middle.
Friend in Chinese
- Translation
- 弗兰德
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : fú lán dé
Friend in Numerology
| F | R | I | E | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 5 | ||||
| 9 | 5 | 4 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 2
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 6
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 11
Conclusions about the name Friend
Should you named your son Friend?
According to the gender statistics, the name Friend is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Friend is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Friend is a boy.
Friend is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.
Is Friend a good name?
The name Friend falls into the category of classic and timeless names. These names are often easy for babies to say and learn, adding to their enduring charm.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Friend?
Pros of the name Friend:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If Friend has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Friend is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.