Edythe
Old English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Edythe
The name Edythe is a variant of Edith, meaning "prosperous in war" or "rich gift," derived from the Old English elements *ēad* ("wealth, fortune") and *gȳþ* ("war").
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Etymology
The name Edythe is a variant of Edith, meaning "prosperous in war" or "rich gift," derived from the Old English elements *ēad* ("wealth, fortune") and *gȳþ* ("war"). It has been used primarily in English-speaking cultures, notably in Christian contexts, and gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, with notable bearers including the American socialite and philanthropist Edythe Baker.
Edythe currently ranks #11,200 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1918.
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