The baby name Eathelreda is a girl name, 4 syllables long and is pronounced "Ethelreda (EH-thuhl-REE-duh)".
Eathelreda is Old English in Origin.
Eathelreda is a female name of Old English origin, which means "noble counsel." It is a combination of two elements: "eath," meaning "noble," and "ræd," meaning "counsel." The name was first recorded in the 7th century as the name of Saint Etheldreda, a princess who became a nun and founded a monastery in Ely, Cambridgeshire. She was known for her piety and miracles, and her shrine became a popular pilgrimage site.
The name Eathelreda was more commonly used in medieval England, particularly in the East Anglia region. It was also used by several Anglo-Saxon queens and princesses, including Etheldreda of Wessex, who was the wife of King Alfred the Great. The name has since fallen out of use, but it remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for a traditional name with a strong historical and religious connection.
The pronunciation of Eathelreda is ee-thel-REE-dah. The emphasis is on the second syllable, and the "th" sound is pronounced as a hard "t." The name is predominantly used for girls, but it could also be used as a unisex name. Overall, Eathelreda is a distinctive and meaningful name with a rich history and a strong connection to English culture and tradition.
Eathelreda has the following similar or variant Names
- Etheldreda |
- Aetheldreda |
- Etheldred |
- Aetheldred |
- Audrey |
- Edeltrudis |
- Ediltrudis |
- Eldreda |
- Eldrida |
- Elthelreda |
- Etheldrita |
- Etheldrytha
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