Edith
Edith is a girls' name of English origin meaning “prosperous in war.” It ranked #382 in the United States in 2025. From the Old English Eadgyð, combining ead (wealth) and gyð (war).
how do you pronounce Edith?
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what does Edith mean?
The name Edith means “prosperous in war.” It comes from the English language tradition.
From the Old English Eadgyð, combining ead (wealth) and gyð (war). It was the name of several Anglo-Saxon queens and saints, and Edith Wharton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #382 |
| 2023 | #399 |
| 2022 | #424 |
| 2021 | #452 |
| 2020 | #480 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Edith?
- Edith Wharton
- Edith Piaf
- Edith (fictional, Downton Abbey)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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