The nameEdwige
Edwige is the French form of Hedwig, a girl's name of Germanic origin linked to battle. It is the name of a holy duchess of Silesia.
- Girl's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Edwige comes from the Germanic hadu, "battle", and wig, "fight".
Origin
Germanic. Saint Hedwig, Duchess of Silesia in the 13th century, is the patron saint of Silesia.
History
The name was well liked in France in the middle of the 20th century.
Famous people named Edwige
- Edwige Feuillère, actress
Popularity of the name Edwige
Edwige in France
Edwige was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 4,760 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Edwige. Its rise began around 1903, and it peaked in 1972. Half of all babies named Edwige in France were born before 1967, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Edwige mean?
Edwige comes from the Germanic hadu, "battle", and wig, "fight".
What is the origin of the name Edwige?
Germanic. Saint Hedwig, Duchess of Silesia in the 13th century, is the patron saint of Silesia.
Is Edwige a girl's or a boy's name?
Edwige is a girl's name.
Who are famous people named Edwige?
Edwige Feuillère, actress.