The name Edina is a girl's name of English, Hungarian origin meaning "wealthy". Edina and is often added to lists like Scottish Baby Names and discussed in our forums with posts like "Gender Bender Makeover (10 Names)".
From the experts:
Edina is an infectious-sounding Minnesota place-name, featured in the British cult hit TV show "Absolutely Fabulous." Edina is also a poetic name for Edinburgh and is a common name in contemporary Hungary. Though some sources list its origins as Hungarian, more peg it as a variation of Edwina, the feminine form of Edwin, an English name.
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otheralix Says:
dudeitskelly Says:
It's also pretty close to "edema"...
Zelliew Says:
Edina is only marginally better than Edwina.........at least it eliminates the ' weena ' sound. I suppose
The_Supernatural_Hufflepuff Says:
Edina, MN was almost called Hennepin Park or Westfield and has the (Kind of mean) acronym 'Every Day I Need Attention' referencing the stereotypical Edina resident as wealthy and aloof. The founder of Famous Dave's David W. Anderson is a notable Edinans as is Ric Flair who lived there as a child. :) Andrew Zimmern also resides there with his family :) Just some random facts about Edina, MN. :)
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I think this name is lovely and has a lovely sound. I work for an Adina and I get so many compliments, like I had a hand in naming her haha