Enid

Enid is a feminine given name of Welsh origin. The precise etymology is uncertain, though it is commonly linked to Welsh roots and often associated with ideas of life or spirit. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 19th and early 20th centuries, aided by its appearance in medieval romance and later literature. Notable bearers include Enid Blyton (1897–1968), a British children's author known for the Famous Five series, and Enid Bagnold (1889–1981), an American-born British playwright and novelist who wrote National Velvet.

Enid appears in Arthurian legend as the wife of Geraint. In medieval romance she is portrayed as loyal and steadfast, and her character has contributed to the name’s associations with fidelity. The figure is further popularized in modern times by Alfred, Lord Tennyson's Idylls of the King.

Geographically, Enid is the name of several places in the United States, most notably Enid, Oklahoma, the county seat of Garfield County and a regional center for agriculture and industry. The city's name is commonly linked in popular accounts to the Arthurian figure Enid.