Erwin
Erwin: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ËÉwÉŠn/
Meaning and origin of Erwin
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, of rare usage, variant of Irwin.
How popular is Erwin?
Since 1880, 49 girls and 21,213 boys in the U.S. have been named Erwin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3450 in 1917. Its highest rank for boys was #216 in 1901. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Erwin FAQ
What does the name Erwin mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, of rare usage, variant of Irwin.
What is the origin of the name Erwin?
Erwin is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Erwin?
Since 1880, 49 girls and 21,213 boys in the U.S. have been named Erwin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3450 in 1917. Its highest rank for boys was #216 in 1901. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Erwin a boy or girl name?
Erwin is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 49 girls and 21,213 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880â2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.