What does the name Edwin mean?

The name Edwin means "Rich friend".

What is the origin of the name Edwin?

Edwin is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 850 babies were named Edwin in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Edwin is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Vintage

Births Last Year: 850 →

All-Time Total: 236,267

Peak Year: 1922

Edwin is of Old English origin, derived from the elements "ead" meaning "wealth, fortune" and "wine" meaning "friend."

Boy names closely related to Edwin

Jonathan Axel Eric Isaac Daniel Elias Nathaniel Ian

Girl names closely related to Edwin

Eliana Rosa Diana Gloria Jennifer Lilian Emma Astrid

Names with similar meaning to Edwin

Edwina

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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