Fraser

Meaning of Fraser

Fraser is a masculine given name of Scottish origin, historically derived from the eponymous surname associated with Clan Fraser, one of the most illustrious lineages of the Scottish Highlands. Customarily pronounced FRAY-zur in both Gaelic and English, its earliest attestations appear among Norman invaders whose surname may derive from the Old French fraise, meaning “strawberry,” a motif that recurs in the clan’s heraldic devices. Over the centuries, Fraser has been borne by figures of political and military distinction—from feudal barons in medieval Scotland to modern statesmen and explorers—and has subsequently been affixed to prominent geographical landmarks such as the Fraser River in Canada and Fraser Island in Australia. In contemporary Anglo-American naming patterns, Fraser occupies a position of moderate rarity, combining aristocratic resonance with a discreet ruggedness that appeals to parents seeking a name at once steeped in history and evocative of measured individuality.

Pronunciation

Scottish Gaelic,English

• Pronunced as FRAY-zur (/ˈfreɪ.zər/)

• Frazier
• Frazer
• Frasier