Hedy
HED-ee
Popularity
#11442
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
2,309
Peak Year
#109 in 1942
First Recorded
1915
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of Hedwig, Hedy is a German name meaning 'battle'. It conveys strength and resilience.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Hedy Lamarr
Famous Austrian-American actress and inventor.
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