Dreda English - Female Diminutive of Etheldreda: From the Old English name Aethelthryth, meaning noble and strength. Diminutive of Eldreda: The feminine form of Eldred, which is a variant of Aldred, meaning old counsel, or sage. Rated 3.33 out of 4 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ Rating: 3.33 (3 votes) Add to favorites