Frideswide
strong peace
GenderGirlOriginAnglo-SaxonSay itFRID-es-widePopularityextremely rare
Pronounced FRID-es-wide
About the name Frideswide
Frideswide is the patron saint of Oxford, her legend involving a fled arranged marriage and a healing well. Old English and lovely once you say it aloud, it feels wonderfully singular.
Determined and gentle, holding firm to her own path.
Fun fact
Christ Church Cathedral in Oxford stands on the site of the priory built in her honor.
Nicknames for Frideswide
FridaSwidie
Variations
Frithuswith
Famous people named Frideswide
- Saint Frideswide of Oxford (patroness)