Edna Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Edna Name at a Glance

Name	Edna
Meaning	Variant of Edwina, meaning wealthy friend, or rich in friendship.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Edna Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Edna means “Variant of Edwina, meaning wealthy friend, or rich in friendship”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Edna Name Origin

Our database records Edna under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Edna a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Edna is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Edna

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