Origin and Meaning of Edda

Great grandmother / Old one

Origin: Old Norse - Derived from the Old Norse word 'edda,' which means 'great grandmother' or 'ancestral.' It is often associated with the Old Norse poetic and prose Edda literature.

• The name Edda is most famously known from the 'Poetic Edda' and 'Prose Edda,' which are primary sources for Norse mythology and poetic tradition.
• Edda is a name used primarily in Scandinavian countries, maintaining its popularity through connections to Norse heritage.
• Notable bearers include Edda Mellas, an Icelandic singer, and Edda Winther, a well-known actress in Nordic cinema.
• While not globally popular, Edda has seen sporadic use in modern naming trends, often as a unique or vintage choice for girls.
• Related names include Edna, which has a different etymology, but shares similar phonetics and historical roots.