What is hedy short for?

Hedy is a common nickname for the female name Hedwig or Hedda. It is of German origin and means "battle" or "struggle". The name became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and was especially common among German immigrants to the United States. Notable people named Hedy (or Hedwig) include actress Hedy Lamarr, Olympic figure skater Hedy Stenuf, and composer Hedwig Gorski.