NAME PROFILE
Freeman
Freeman is a surname of English origin that historically refers to a person who is free, not bound by servitude. It conveys a sense of liberty and independence, embodying the spirit of those who have the right to make their own choices and live without restrictions.
Key Stats
| Total births | 10,996 |
| Gender | Male (49% / 51%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
GA — 25%TX — 22%AL — 20%TN — 17%OH — 16%
Notable People
Freeman Dyson (Theoretical physicist and mathematician) · Morgan Freeman (Actor, known for *The Shawshank Redemption*) · Freeman A. Hrabowski III (President of UMBC, education advocate) · Freeman Tilden (Pioneer in interpretation for national parks) · Freeman McNeil (Former NFL player)
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