Edda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationED-ah / /ˈɛd.ə/Old Norse; German
Meaning
Old Norse: 'poem'; German: 'wealth'
Historical & Cultural Background
Edda is derived from Old Norse literature, particularly known as the name of two medieval manuscripts that are key sources of Norse mythology and heroic legends. The term 'Edda' itself is believed to mean 'great-grandmother' in Old Norse. In Germanic cultures, the name has also been associated with wealth and prosperity. The name has seen a resurgence in modern times, particularly in Scandinavian countries.
Trend Summary
Edda has remained relatively uncommon in the U.S., with occasional spikes in interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eddah
- Edda
International Variants
- Edda (Icelandic)
- Edda (Norwegian)
- Edda (Swedish)
Famous people named Edda
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Fictional characters named Edda
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Edda was first seen in the United States in 1895. Edda has ranked as high as #868 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Edda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Edda (1960)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 17 |