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Hedwig

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Noun — A German female given name.

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Etymology

From Old High German Haduwig, combining "hadu" (fight/battle) and "wig" (battle) — literally "battle-battle," a common style of doubling-up in old Germanic warrior names.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hedwig” mean?

The word “Hedwig” means a German female given name. In plain terms, a German girl's name meaning roughly "battle.".

How do you use “Hedwig” in a sentence?

Here is “Hedwig” used in a sentence: “Hedwig became famous worldwide as the name of Harry Potter's pet owl.”

What part of speech is “Hedwig”?

“Hedwig” is a noun.

Where does the word “Hedwig” come from?

The word “Hedwig” comes from Germanic. From Old High German Haduwig, combining "hadu" (fight/battle) and "wig" (battle) — literally "battle-battle," a common style of doubling-up in old Germanic warrior names.

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