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Edith

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Edith is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “Prosperous in war. From the Old English *ead* (rich, blessed) and *gyth* (war).”. It currently ranks #528 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Edith Means

Prosperous in war. From the Old English *ead* (rich, blessed) and *gyth* (war).

The Story of Edith

This name, forged in ancient battles, carries a quiet strength that now waits to empower your child.

Edith originates from the Old English name Eadgyth, combining *ead*, meaning 'rich' or 'blessed,' with *gyth*, meaning 'war.' This powerful combination signified prosperity through conflict or a blessed warrior. It was a popular name among Anglo-Saxon nobility and carried through the Norman conquest, maintaining its presence in England for centuries.

To say 'Edith' is to feel a grounding force, a connection to a long line of resilient women. When you write it on a birth certificate, you imbue your daughter with a sense of profound, inner prosperity and a quiet resolve. You see a child who will face life's challenges with intelligence and a steadfast spirit, drawing strength from her very name.

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Numerology

3

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Famous Namesakes

  • Edith Piaf

    French singer

  • Edith Wharton

    American novelist

Personality Traits

IntelligentKindStrong-WilledIndependent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#7,877 in 1918

Total Births

271,104

First Recorded

1880

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