Wednesday: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: w-ehdn-ehsd-ahy
Origin: United kingdom
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning: Woden

The name Wednesday is rich in history and cultural significance. Derived from the Old English word 'wodnesdæg, 'meaning 'Woden's day, 'it reflects the Anglo-Saxon religion and its association with the Germanic god Woden, who is equivalent to the Norse god Odin. The name Wednesday has evolved from a simple day of the week to a distinctive and unique given name, popularized by its association with the character Wednesday Addams from Charles Addams'cartoon series. This transformation highlights how names can transcend their original meanings and become symbols of individuality and cultural relevance.

Wednesday Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Wednesday is currently #4320 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Wednesday is currently #2413 on Kiindred Girl Names

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