Old Norse · Norwegian

Idun

Pronounced EE-doonShare

Meaning: Modern form of Iðunn

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Idun is a modern Scandinavian form of the Norse name Iðunn. The mythological name should be distinguished from an everyday phrase promising eternal youth.

Spellings & variants

  • Iðunn
  • Idunn
  • Iduna

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Idun comes from Old Norse and Norwegian.

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