Vigdis

Vigdis is a Norwegian feminine given name, derived from the Old Norse name Vígdís. The name is composed of the elements víg "war" and dís "goddess", giving it a powerful meaning of "war goddess" or "goddess of war." In Norse mythology, a dís was a minor deity associated with fate and protection, so the name evokes both martial prowess and divine favor.

The name Vigdis, along with its Icelandic variant Vigdís, survives primarily in Norway and Iceland, reflecting the regions' shared Old Norse heritage. Despite its ancient roots, the name has maintained steady usage in modern times, notably through prominent figures such as Vigdís Finnbogadóttir (born 1930), the fourth president of Iceland and the world's first democratically elected female head of state. Her prominence helped elevate the name's profile internationally.