Idun
Norse Mythology · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Idun
Idun is a Norse name derived from Old Norse "Iðunn," likely meaning "the rejuvenator" or "she who renews," from a root related to renewal and youth.
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Etymology
Idun is a Norse name derived from Old Norse "Iðunn," likely meaning "the rejuvenator" or "she who renews," from a root related to renewal and youth. The name is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures and is most famous from Norse mythology as the goddess who guards the golden apples of immortality that keep the Aesir gods young.
Idun currently ranks #16,243 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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