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Edith vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edith Rank #528
Imelda Rank #3,675

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edith or Imelda more popular?

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Edith and Imelda mean?

Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Edith and Imelda boy or girl names?

Edith is primarily a girl name. Imelda is primarily a girl name.

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