Meaning of name Edith

The names of some famous persons by the name Edith (or its variants) are:

Edith Mary Evans, born on 8 February, a famous actress. Edith Mary Evans's background: An Academy Award nominated and Golden Globe award winning actress. Though recognised more for her stage work, she also made several acclaimed films, such as 'Tom Jones' and the 'The Chalk Garden', from 1915 when she started her film career, till she passed away. She was also created a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 1946.

Edith Wharton, born on 24 January, a famous writer. Edith Wharton's background: American novelist, short story writer and designer. She was born in the wealthy family of the Joneses, who inspired the phrase 'keeping up with the Joneses'. As such, she was strategically placed to combine her insider's view on America's priveleged class with wit to churn out humorous and incisive novels and short stories. Best known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel 'The Age of Innocence' and 'The House of Mirth', and her subtle satire and irony which keeps her well loved by all her readers.

Edith Piaf, born on 19 December , a famous singer. Edith Piaf's background: French singer. She is widely accepted as the country's cultural icon and the greatest pop singer. Her own life was a tragic one, abandoned by her parents initially, and subsequently looked after by prostitutes. As a result, her specialties were poignant ballads which reflect the sadness of her life. Her famous songs include 'La vie en Rose, which was voted the Grammy Hall of Fame award in 1998. Her success in U.S. came only later, as she was first viewed as a downcast. However, her popularity rose eventually with the glowing review of a New York critic.