edith

E-dith · proper_noun

imported

Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A feminine given name of Old English origin.

Related words

See also: Editha, edie

Etymology

From Old English Eadgyth, composed of ead meaning "prosperity, fortune, riches" and gyth meaning "war, battle." The name was popular among Anglo-Saxon royalty and revived in the 19th century.