Edda Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Edda Name at a Glance

Name	Edda
Meaning	Pleasant. Strives. Variant of Hedda or Hedwig.
Origin	German
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Edda Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Edda means “Pleasant. Strives. Variant of Hedda or Hedwig”. 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.

Edda Name Origin

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

Is Edda a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Edda

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