Edna
Meaning of Edna
Originating from Hebrew, the name Edna is commonly given to girls. It means "pleasure" or "delight." The name has a simple and elegant sound to it, making it a timeless choice for parents looking for a classic name. In terms of associations, Edna brings to mind images of grace and poise. It has been moderately popular in the United States over the years, with fluctuations in its usage. While not currently among the most popular names, Edna maintains a consistent presence in baby naming trends.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ED-nuh (/ˈɛd.nə/)
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Notable People Named Edna
| Edna St. Vincent Millay was a celebrated American poet and playwright, known for her feminist views and pseudonymous works. |
| Josephine Edna O'Brien is a highly acclaimed Irish writer, honored for her literary contributions with prestigious titles and awards. |
| Edna Ferber was a prolific American novelist, short story writer, and playwright, known for works like So Big, Show Boat, Cimarron, Giant, and Ice Palace, many of which were adapted into successful films. |
| Edna Iturralde is an award-winning Ecuadorian author known for her contributions to children and young adult literature, with significant international recognition and a prolific bibliography. |
| Edna Ngeringwony Kiplagat is a Kenyan professional long-distance runner who has won several major marathons and World Championship titles. |
| Edna Gladney - Edna Browning Kahly Gladney was a pioneering advocate for children's rights and improved living conditions for underprivileged children. |
| Edna Lewis was a celebrated American chef, teacher, and author known for her influential work in refining the perception of Southern cooking and promoting the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients. |
| Edna May Oliver was a prominent American stage and film actress known for her roles as tart-tongued spinsters in 1930s American films. |
| Edna Buckman Kearns was a prominent suffrage activist who played a key role in the fight for women's right to vote in the United States. |
| Edna Adan Ismail is a nurse midwife, activist, and the first female Foreign Minister of Somaliland. |
| Edna Cukierman - Edna "Eti" Cukierman is a Mexican biochemist and professor at the Fox Chase Cancer Center, known for her research on pancreatic cancer and the tumor microenvironment. |
| Edna May Hull van Vogt, also known as E. Mayne Hull, was a Canadian science fiction writer and the first wife of fellow science fiction writer A. E. van Vogt. |
| Edna Jeanette Taçon was a Canadian pioneer of modernism often incorrectly written as Edna Tacon. |
| Edna Burke Jackson was a pioneering American educator and writer, honored by the renaming of a high school in Washington, D.C. |
| Edna Wallace Hopper was an American actress known for her work on stage and in silent films, earning the nickname "the eternal flapper." |
