Hedda
GirlSwedish
Hedda is a girl name of Swedish origin meaning "A name linked to battle, warrior qualities, and the concept of war.".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Swedish
Religion
Christian
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
A name linked to battle, warrior qualities, and the concept of war.
Etymology
Hedda is a Scandinavian diminutive of Hedvig, itself from Old High German hadu battle and wig war, adopted into Swedish usage.
Famous People Named Hedda
- Hedda Hopper — American gossip columnist and actress (1885–1966)
- Hedda Zinner — German political writer, translator, actress, and journalist (1904–1994)
- Hedda Andersson — Swedish physician (1861-1950)
- Hedda Vernon — German actress (1889–1961)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hedda
What does the name Hedda mean?
Hedda means "A name linked to battle, warrior qualities, and the concept of war.", and is of Swedish origin.
What is the origin of the name Hedda?
Hedda originates from Swedish, commonly used in Scandinavia.
Is Hedda a boy or girl name?
Hedda is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Hedda associated with?
Hedda is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Hedda?
Yes — notable people named Hedda include Hedda Hopper (American gossip columnist and actress, 1885–1966), Hedda Zinner (German political writer, 1904–1994), Hedda Andersson (Swedish physician, 1861-1950) and Hedda Vernon (German actress, 1889–1961).
Last updated: June 2026