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Jedda

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat

Meaning

Meaning wren or little wild goose in an Indigenous language from Western Australia's southwest region.

Related Names

Jeda.

Famous Usage

City; Saudi Arabia.

Screen Details

Jedda is the title character from the groundbreaking 1955 Australian film 'Jedda,' directed by Charles Chauvel. The film was significant as the first Australian feature film to star Aboriginal actors in leading roles. The name also appears in the TV series 'McLeod's Daughters' as the name of a working dog on the ranch.

Personality Plus

Adventurous, independent, and strong-willed - suited for a pet with an explorer's spirit and natural leadership qualities. The name suggests a connection to the Australian outback and carries an air of resilience.

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