Poetic or grandmother
In Old Norse, the name is most famously associated with the 'Eddas', the primary historical sources for Norse mythology. It is also interpreted as meaning 'grandmother' in Old Norse, or as a feminine form of Edward meaning 'wealthy guardian'.
Less common today
Edda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,179 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Daughter of Benito Mussolini and wife of Galeazzo Ciano
Daughter of German politician Hermann Göring
German operatic soprano known for her Mozart roles
Italian singer known for collaborations with Ennio Morricone
