Freiherr
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Freiherr (German for "Free Lord") is a title of lower nobility in Germany, considered equal to the title Baron. When adressed, a German Freiherr is styled "Baron", although this is not the formal title.
The wife of a Freiherr is called Freifrau ("Free Lady"), a daughter of a Freiherr is called Freiherrin (often shortened Freiin).
Notice on the use: Noble titles have officially been abolished in Germany since 1918, they are now ordinary name-parts, and they may or may not be used. They do however have high prestige in some circles of society.
See also: Graf.
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