Edda
Meaning of Edda
Edda is a female name with an origin that can be traced back to Germany. It is derived from the Old Norse word "edda," meaning "great grandmother" or "poetry." The name Edda has a simple and elegant sound, pronounced as ED-uh (/ˈɛdə/). It is also worth noting that Edda can be spelled as Eda. In recent years, the name Edda has been moderately popular in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 15,000 names. The name's popularity has remained relatively stable over time, making it a unique and timeless choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as ED-uh (/ˈɛdə/)
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Notable People Named Edda
| Edda Göring - Edda Carin Wilhelmine Göring was the only child of German politician Hermann Göring and actress Emmy Sonnemann. |
| Edda Karin Hjartardóttir Magnason is a Swedish singer-songwriter, musician, and film actress known for her albums Edda Magnason, Goods, and Woman Travels Alone, as well as her portrayal of Monica Zetterlund in the film Waltz for Monica. |
| Edda Renouf is an American painter and printmaker known for her minimalist abstract artworks that focus on the subtle properties of materials such as linen canvas and paper fibers. |
| Edda L. Fields-Black is an African-American historian and associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University, known for her research on West African rice agriculture and the African diaspora. |
| Edda Andrésdóttir is an Icelandic journalist, news anchor, and writer. |
