What Does the Name Hedy Mean
The name Hedy comes from German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Hedy below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Hedy Name Meaning
German, DutchDiminutive of HEDWIG and other Germanic names beginning with the element hadu meaning "battle, combat".
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