Boy · 53rd of 7,545
Edwin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
247,935
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1922
Peak Popularity Year
3,849
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Edwin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Edwin is an Old English name meaning 'wealthy friend'. It evolved from Eadwine in Old English to its current form in Modern English. The name has a rich history, associated with Anglo-Saxon royalty, and has a classic image in contemporary society. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛd.wɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edwin comes from the Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'wealthy friend' or 'rich friend'.
Meaning
wealthy friend
Language Evolution
Eadwine (Old English), Edwin (Middle English), Edwin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Edwin was popular among the Anglo-Saxons and was borne by several kings, notably Edwin of Northumbria in the 7th century. It saw a resurgence in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Eadwin, Eddie, Ed, Edwina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Edwin is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with traditional values and heritage.
Famous People
Edwin Booth - American actor, Edwin Hubble - American astronomer, Edwin Land - American inventor and founder of Polaroid Corporation
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,849 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 53rd of 7545 | 56,500 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 87th of 6773 | 43,284 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 132nd of 7552 | 47,718 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 181st of 10718 | 23,559 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 188th of 16616 | 25,095 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 188th of 24088 | 31,596 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 330th of 23106 | 12,126 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2084th of 9107 | 304 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2568th of 9204 | 216 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3920th of 12526 | 184 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4750th of 19264 | 186 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6133rd of 27321 | 207 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15496th of 35406 | 72 |