Edith Nickels

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Edith Nickels — English
277K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Edith Nickels is a name that combines English origins. The first name Edith is a feminine given name of English origin. Edith is a feminine given name derived from the Old English word ēad, meaning wealth or prosperity, in combination with the Old English gȳð, meaning strife, and is in common usage in this form in English, German, many Scandinavian languages and Dutch. Its French form is Édith. Contractions and variations of this name include Ditte, Dita, and Edie. It was a common first name prior to the 16th century, when it fell out of favour. It became popular again at the beginning of the 19th century and has remained in steady use. The surname Nickels: Anna B. Nickels (1832-1917), American cactus collector Christa Nickels (born 1952), German politician Greg Nickels (born 1955), two-term mayor of Seattle, Washington, United States Jean Nickels (1917–1985), Luxembourgian sprint canoer Jim Nickels (born 1947), American politician John L. Nickels (1931–2013), American judge Kelly Nickels, stage name of Henri Perret (born 1962), bass guitarist of the hard rock band L.A. Guns Nickels Grill & Bar, a Canadian restaurant chain Nickels Arcade, a commercial building in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Nichols (surname) Nichol, another surname Edith is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 277K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Edith reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Edith

English

Edith is a feminine given name derived from the Old English word ēad, meaning wealth or prosperity, in combination with the Old English gȳð, meaning strife, and is in common usage in this form in English, German, many Scandinavian languages and Dutch. Its French form is Édith. Contractions and variations of this name include Ditte, Dita, and Edie. It was a common first name prior to the 16th century, when it fell out of favour. It became popular again at the beginning of the 19th century and has remained in steady use.

Surname: Nickels

English

Anna B. Nickels (1832-1917), American cactus collector Christa Nickels (born 1952), German politician Greg Nickels (born 1955), two-term mayor of Seattle, Washington, United States Jean Nickels (1917–1985), Luxembourgian sprint canoer Jim Nickels (born 1947), American politician John L. Nickels (1931–2013), American judge Kelly Nickels, stage name of Henri Perret (born 1962), bass guitarist of the hard rock band L.A. Guns Nickels Grill & Bar, a Canadian restaurant chain Nickels Arcade, a commercial building in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Nichols (surname) Nichol, another surname

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Edith is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Edith by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
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1930s
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1970s
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Notable People Named Edith Nickels

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Edith Nickels:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Edith?
The first name Edith originates from English. Edith is a feminine given name derived from the Old English word ēad, meaning wealth or prosperity, in combination with the Old English gȳð, meaning strife, and is in common usage in this form in English, German, many Scandinavian languages and Dutch. Its French form is Édith. Contractions and variations of this name include Ditte, Dita, and Edie. It was a common first name prior to the 16th century, when it fell out of favour. It became popular again at the beginning of the 19th century and has remained in steady use.
When was Edith most popular?
The name Edith reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Nickels?
The surname Nickels originates from English. Anna B. Nickels (1832-1917), American cactus collector Christa Nickels (born 1952), German politician Greg Nickels (born 1955), two-term mayor of Seattle, Washington, United States Jean Nickels (1917–1985), Luxembourgian sprint canoer Jim Nickels (born 1947), American politician John L. Nickels (1931–2013), American judge Kelly Nickels, stage name of Henri Perret (born 1962), bass guitarist of the hard rock band L.A. Guns Nickels Grill & Bar, a Canadian restaurant chain Nickels Arcade, a commercial building in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Nichols (surname) Nichol, another surname
How common is the surname Nickels?
The surname Nickels is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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