Hedwig

Meaning & origin

The male first name Hedwig originates from Old High German and means "battle" or "fighting spirit". It is mainly popular in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic and has a long tradition in history. The name is also closely associated with Saint Hedwig of Silesia, who is venerated as the patron saint of Silesia and Schleswig-Holstein.

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Famous people with the first name Hedwig

• Hedwig Potthast German secretary and mistress of Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler

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