Iduna

The feminine first name Iduna represents a more modern spelling of the name Idun, which has its origins in the Old Norse forms Iðunn and Iðunnr.

What does the name Iduna mean?

Iduna means 'the very loving', 'the renewing', or 'the rejuvenating'. This meaning derives from the Old Norse components ið, which means 'once again' or 'very', and unna, which means 'to love'. In Norse mythology, Iduna is the goddess of fertility, youth, and immortality.

Where does the name Iduna come from?

Iduna is a feminine first name with Old Norse roots that carries the meaning 'the very loving'. The etymology consists of the Old Norse elements ið, which means 'once again' or 'very', and unna, which means 'to love'. The language in which this name is rooted is Nordic.

How do you pronounce Iduna?

The pronunciation of Iduna is three syllables and has a gentle, harmonious structure. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'I-du-na' [iˈduːna]. It begins with a clear, bright 'I' that radiates lightness. The stressed middle syllable with a stretched, rounded 'u' gives the sound a certain depth. The open ending '-na' provides a soft conclusion. Thus, Iduna sounds Nordic, feminine, and present – soft in flow and clear in expression.

Popularity

In Germany, Iduna is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2020, reaching 2,240th place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 40 times, resulting in a position of 4,479th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,099th.

Nicknames & pet names

Duna / Duni / Dünchen / Idi / Idu / Idunja

Famous people

• Iduna Laube (Saxon women's rights activist)
• Queen Iduna of Arendelle (mother of Anna and Elsa from 'Frozen')