Origin:
African
English
German
Teutonic
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Refuge in war or struggle. Strife. Vigorous battle maiden. A diminutive of Hedwig. The heroine of the Norwegian dramatist Henrik Ibsen’s play ‘Hedda Gahler’ (1890).
Soul Urge:People with the name Hedda have a deep inner desire for a stable, loving family or community, and a need to work with others and to be appreciated.
Expression:People with the name Hedda tend to be a powerful force to all whose lives they touch. They are capable, charismatic leaders who often undertake large endeavors with great success. They value truth, justice, and discipline, and may be quick-tempered with those who do not. If they fail to develop their potential, they may become impractical and rigid.