Fraser
Fraser is a boys' name of Scottish origin meaning “uncertain.” Fraser is a Scottish surname of uncertain origin.
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how do you pronounce Fraser?
FRAY-zer
where does the name Fraser come from?
A Scottish surname of uncertain origin. It matches no obvious place name in France and may be a corrupted form of another name, which complicates the popular story that it comes from the French fraise, strawberry.
It is popularly linked with the French fraise, strawberry, and the clan's arms show strawberry flowers, but it matches no obvious place name in France. Clan Fraser is one of the great Highland clans, and Jamie Fraser of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series has made the name widely known.
who are famous people named Fraser?
- Jamie Fraser (character in Outlander)
- Malcolm Fraser (former Prime Minister of Australia)
- Brendan Fraser (Canadian-American actor)
what names are similar to Fraser?
what names go well with Fraser?
Sibling names that share Fraser's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Fraser
What does the name Fraser mean?
Fraser means “uncertain”.
What is the origin of the name Fraser?
Fraser comes from the Scottish naming tradition.
How popular is the name Fraser?
Fraser has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Fraser a boy or girl name?
Fraser is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Fraser?
Fraser is pronounced FRAY-zer, with 2 syllables.
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