Edwin
Edwin: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛdwɪn/
Meaning and origin of Edwin
- A male given name from Old English.
Etymology
Inherited from Old English Ēadwine, from Proto-West Germanic *Audawini, from Proto-Germanic *Audawiniz. Akin to Old Norse Auðun, Icelandic Auðunn, German Otwin, Norwegian Audun, and the Lombard king's name Audoin (French Ouen).
How popular is Edwin?
Since 1880, 1,191 girls and 247,553 boys in the U.S. have been named Edwin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1308 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #52 in 1919. In 2025 it ranked #398 for boys, with 798 babies given the name.
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Edwin FAQ
What does the name Edwin mean?
A male given name from Old English. Inherited from Old English Ēadwine, from Proto-West Germanic *Audawini, from Proto-Germanic *Audawiniz. Akin to Old Norse Auðun, Icelandic Auðunn, German Otwin, Norwegian Audun, and the Lombard king's name Audoin (French Ouen).
What is the origin of the name Edwin?
Edwin is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Edwin?
Since 1880, 1,191 girls and 247,553 boys in the U.S. have been named Edwin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1308 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #52 in 1919. In 2025 it ranked #398 for boys, with 798 babies given the name.
Is Edwin a boy or girl name?
Edwin is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,191 girls and 247,553 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.