Edith is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #253 in 2009 with 189 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 613 births ranking #83. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,011.8%. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 1,658 girls born was named Edith. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Edith is a stately old English classic meaning wealthy war. It feels serious, elegant, and quietly formidable.
The name has deep English historical roots and now benefits from the return of strong vintage girls' names. Its brisk, ancient structure gives it a lot of character.