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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Rich/blessed in war
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EE-dith
Edith is pronounced EE-dith, and it comes from Old English, where it means "rich/blessed in war." Social Security has been tracking the name since 1880, so it carries a long, well-documented history for parents drawn to something with real roots.
Meaning & Origin of Edith
Meaning: Rich/blessed in war.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Edith
EE-dithIPA /ˈiːdɪθ/
Popularity of Edith
Edith peaked at #26 back in 1894, when 1,820 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled down to #528, with 579 girls named Edith that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Edith mean?
Rich/blessed in war. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Edith?
Edith is pronounced EE-dith (IPA: /ˈiːdɪθ/).
Is Edith a popular name right now?
Edith peaked at #26 in 1894 and is ranked #528 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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