Edvige
Gender: Girl
Origin: Italian
Meaning: War
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Edvige Meaning and Origin
The name Edvige is a girl’s name meaning “war“ and is of Italian origin. The name Edvige comes from German Hedwig from the Germanic elements “hadu,” which means “battle,” and “wig,” which means “war.” As such, the name can be interpreted to mean “battle warrior.” Edvige has been a popular name in Italy for many years, particularly in the southern regions of the country. It is a name that is both classic and timeless, with a strong and powerful sound that makes it a popular choice for parents who want a name that is both unique and meaningful. In popular culture, the name Edvige is perhaps most famously associated with the character of Edvige Antonia Albina Maino, who is better known as Sonia Gandhi.
Names similar to Edvige:
- Caterina
- Vittoria
- Graziana
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- Romilda
- Lucilla
- Ilaria
- Dorotea
- Fiorenza
- Giuseppina
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