Herdis
Old Norse · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Herdis
Herdis is a feminine given name meaning "army of the goddess" or "warrior goddess," derived from the Old Norse elements *herr* ("army") and *dís* ("goddess").
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Etymology
Herdis is a feminine given name meaning "army of the goddess" or "warrior goddess," derived from the Old Norse elements *herr* ("army") and *dís* ("goddess"). It is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures, especially Iceland and Norway, with historical roots in Norse mythology and pre-Christian naming traditions.
Herdis currently ranks #540 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1950.
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