"Woden's day"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Wednesday
Pronunciation: [ w-EHNZD-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"middle of the week"
Origin: English cultural
Language: English
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- Strongly associated with the goth/dark aesthetic character from The Addams Family (since 1964, amplified 2022 Netflix series)
The Story of Wednesday
Wednesday takes its name from Woden (Odin), the chief god of the Germanic pantheon, making it literally Woden's day. The Old English form was Wodnesdaeg. As a given name, Wednesday was used occasionally as an eccentric choice, but its most famous appearance is Wednesday Addams, the macabre daughter in The Addams Family created by Charles Addams in 1938. The 2022 Netflix series Wednesday catapulted the name into mainstream consciousness.
Wednesday Addams appeared in cartoons, a 1964 TV series, and a 1991 film with Christina Ricci, but the 2022 Netflix series Wednesday (starring Jenna Ortega) caused a massive surge in parents naming daughters Wednesday. It appeared on popular baby name lists for the first time in 2023.
Wednesday Addams has become one of popular culture's most iconic characters -- a deadpan, darkly witty girl who marches to her own drummer. Naming a child Wednesday signals parents who embrace individuality, dark humor, and rejection of conventional femininity.
Historical Record
Wednesday first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 1,666 babies have been named Wednesday in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wednesday is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,411 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Wednesday is named after Woden (Odin), the Norse/Germanic king of the gods
- The Netflix series Wednesday (2022) was watched over 1 billion hours in its first month
- Wednesday Addams was originally depicted with pigtails, not the iconic braids -- that was added by actress Lisa Loring in the 1964 TV series
Wednesday in Other Languages
French
Mercredi
German
Mittwoch
Italian
Mercoledi
Spanish
Miercoles
Portuguese
Quarta-feira
Popularity Over Time
#2,411
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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The iconic macabre daughter of the Addams Family, created by Charles Addams in 1938 and portrayed by Christina Ricci and...
The iconic macabre daughter of the Addams Family, created by Charles Addams in 1938 and portrayed by Christina Ricci and Jenna Ortega
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,411
- Total SSA Count
- 75
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Wren
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wednesday
What does the name Wednesday mean?
"Woden's day" (from Old English). "middle of the week" (from English cultural). Wednesday takes its name from Woden (Odin), the chief god of the Germanic pantheon, making it literally Woden's day. The Old English form was Wodnesdaeg. As a given name, Wednesday was used occasionally as an eccentric choice, but its most famous appearance is Wednesday Addams, the macabre daughter in The Addams Family created by Charles Addams in 1938. The 2022 Netflix series Wednesday catapulted the name into mainstream consciousness.
What is the origin of the name Wednesday?
Wednesday has Old English, English cultural, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "Woden's day". In English cultural, it means "middle of the week".
Is Wednesday a boy or girl name?
Wednesday is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Wednesday?
Wednesday is pronounced w-EHNZD-ee.
How popular is the name Wednesday?
Wednesday is currently ranked #2411 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Wednesday?
Common nicknames for Wednesday include Wren, Winnie, and Wedna.
What are good middle names for Wednesday?
Popular middle name pairings include Wednesday Rose, Wednesday Eve, Wednesday Lane, Wednesday Blair, Wednesday Grey, and Wednesday Noir.
What are good sibling names for Wednesday?
Names that pair well with Wednesday as siblings include Tuesday, Sunday, Poe, Raven, Mortimer, and Ophelia.
How many syllables does Wednesday have?
Wednesday has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Wednesday a common or rare name?
Wednesday is an uncommon name, ranked #2411 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Wednesday
Wednesday is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "Woden's day" in Old English .
Wednesday is currently ranked #2,411 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Wednesday has 3 syllables and is pronounced w-EHNZD-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Wednesday include Wren, Winnie, and Wedna. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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