Edwiga
Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Edwiga
Edwiga is the Polish form of Hedwig, derived from the Germanic elements "hed" (battle/strife) and "wig" (war), meaning "battle warrior" or "fighter in battle." The name is primarily used in Polish and other Slavic cultures, with notable historical significance as the name of Saint Hedwig of Silesia (13th century) and Queen Hedwig of Poland (14th century).
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Etymology
Edwiga is the Polish form of Hedwig, derived from the Germanic elements "hed" (battle/strife) and "wig" (war), meaning "battle warrior" or "fighter in battle." The name is primarily used in Polish and other Slavic cultures, with notable historical significance as the name of Saint Hedwig of Silesia (13th century) and Queen Hedwig of Poland (14th century).
Edwiga currently ranks #1,176 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1929.
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