Edna

Meaning pleasure, delight
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ed-na

About Edna

This name carries the weight of history with surprising grace, representing a bold choice in an era of modern inventions. Edna has a no-nonsense quality that suggests strength, practicality, and resilience—traits that never go out of style regardless of naming trends. There's something deeply authentic about choosing a name that doesn't chase popularity, instead standing firm in its own identity. The simplicity is its superpower: two syllables, four letters, absolutely zero confusion about spelling or pronunciation. Edna evokes images of capable, intelligent women who get things done without drama or fanfare. While it may sound grandmotherly to some, therein lies its charm—vintage names have a way of feeling fresh again when given to a new generation. It's a distinctive choice that showcases confidence and individuality.

Variations of Name Edna

Eden
Edith
Edwina
Edina
Eda
Edena
Edda
Edaline

Nicknames for Edna

Ed
Eddie
Edie
Didi
Edna

Famous People Named Edna

Edna St. Vincent MillayAmerican poet
Edna FerberAmerican novelist
Edna O'BrienIrish novelist
Edna LewisAmerican chef
Edna ManleyJamaican sculptor
Edna ParkerAmerican supercentenarian
Edna Modecharacter in "The Incredibles" film
Edna Krabappelcharacter in "The Simpsons" TV show
Edna Garrettcharacter in "Diff'rent Strokes" TV show
Edna Pontelliercharacter in "The Awakening" novel
Edna Birchcharacter in "Emmerdale" TV show
Edna Stricklandcharacter in "Back to the Future" video game
Edna Harpercharacter in "Little House" book series
Edna Wallace HopperAmerican actress
Edna SkinnerAmerican actress
Edna Mae DurbinCanadian actress
Edna May OliverAmerican actress
Edna PurvianceAmerican actress
Edna BestBritish actress
Edna Mae HarrisAmerican singer

Characters Named Edna

Edna Krabappelfrom "The Simpsons"
Edna Pontellierfrom "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
Edna Garrettfrom "Diff'rent Strokes" and "The Facts of Life"
Edna Stricklandfrom "Back to the Future" video game
Edna Modefrom "The Incredibles" video game adaptations
Edna Skinnerfrom "The Andy Griffith Show"
Edna Mae Robinsonfrom "Peyton Place" novel
Edna Maefrom "The Beverly Hillbillies"
Edna Turnbladfrom "Hairspray" musical
Edna Birchfrom "Holby City"
Edna Harperfrom "The Little House on the Prairie" TV series
Edna Babishfrom "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"
Edna Conwayfrom "Roseanne" TV series
Edna Braithwaitefrom "Downton Abbey"