"prosperous in war"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Edith
Pronunciation: [ EED-ihth ]
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"blessed strife"
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Language: English
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The Story of Edith
Edith comes from the Old English name Eadgyth, composed of ead (wealth, fortune, prosperity) and gyth (war, battle). It was a royal name in pre-Norman England — Saint Edith of Wilton (961-984) was the daughter of King Edgar the Peaceful. After the Norman Conquest the name fell out of favor but was revived in the Victorian era as part of a broader Anglo-Saxon naming renaissance.
Edith peaked in the early 1900s as a top-10 name in the US and UK, then declined steeply through the mid-20th century. It has experienced a strong vintage revival since the 2010s. The character Edith Crawley in Downton Abbey (2010-2015) helped restore its appeal to a new generation.
Edith has strong literary associations: Edith Wharton shaped American fiction, Edith Nesbit wrote beloved British children's books, and Edith Piaf defined the French chanson tradition. The name was carried by English queens, saints, and cultural figures across centuries.
Historical Record
Edith first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 48,620 babies have been named Edith in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Edith is past its peak , currently ranked #528 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Edith of Wilton was canonized for her charity despite her royal status
- Edith Wharton was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction (1921)
- Edith Piaf's signature song La Vie en Rose (1945) is one of the most recognizable songs of the 20th century
Edith in Other Languages
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Edyta
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Edita
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Edita
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Popularity Over Time
#528
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Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Edith
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Edith Piaf
Musician
1915
French cabaret singer known as The Little Sparrow, famous for La Vie en Rose and Non Je Ne Regrette Rien
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Edith Wharton
Writer
1862
American novelist and first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, author of The Age of Innocence
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Edith Crawley Fictional
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Character in the British period drama Downton Abbey (2010-2015), the middle Crawley sister who becomes a magazine editor...
Character in the British period drama Downton Abbey (2010-2015), the middle Crawley sister who becomes a magazine editor and marchioness
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #528
- Total SSA Count
- 579
- Cultural Origins
- English Scandinavian American German
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Edie
Edi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Edith
What does the name Edith mean?
"prosperous in war" (from Old English). "blessed strife" (from Anglo-Saxon). Edith comes from the Old English name Eadgyth, composed of ead (wealth, fortune, prosperity) and gyth (war, battle). It was a royal name in pre-Norman England — Saint Edith of Wilton (961-984) was the daughter of King Edgar the Peaceful. After the Norman Conquest the name fell out of favor but was revived in the Victorian era as part of a broader Anglo-Saxon naming renaissance.
What is the origin of the name Edith?
Edith has Old English, Anglo-Saxon, English, Scandinavian, American, and German origins. In Old English, it means "prosperous in war". In Anglo-Saxon, it means "blessed strife".
Is Edith a boy or girl name?
Edith is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #528. As a boy name, it is ranked #13113. Edith is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Edith?
Edith is pronounced EED-ihth.
How popular is the name Edith?
Edith is currently ranked #528 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Edith?
Common nicknames for Edith include Edie and Edi.
What are good middle names for Edith?
Popular middle name pairings include Edith Rose, Edith Mae, Edith Grace, Edith Pearl, Edith Jane, Edith Louise, and Edith Claire.
What are good sibling names for Edith?
Names that pair well with Edith as siblings include Arthur, Florence, Rupert, Agnes, Walter, Harriet, and Cecil.
How many syllables does Edith have?
Edith has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Edith a common or rare name?
Edith is moderately common, ranked #528 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Edith
Edith is a girl name with English, Scandinavian, American, and German origins . The name means "prosperous in war" in Old English .
Is Edith a boy or girl name? Edith is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #528 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,113. Edith is more commonly used as a girl name.
Edith is currently ranked #528 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Edith has 2 syllables and is pronounced EED-ihth, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Edith include Edie and Edi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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