Elwyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elwyn originates from Old English, meaning 'elf friend' or 'friend of elves'. It has evolved from the Old English form Ælfwyn to its modern usage. The name is often associated with traits of friendship and charm, though it does not have a biblical significance. Elwyn gained popularity in the late 19th century and is currently seen as a vintage name with a whimsical image.
The name Elwyn is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elwyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Elwyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 703rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 845th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1538th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3729th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12672nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7975th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5309th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7034th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18115th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elwyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elwyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.wɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Elwyn is derived from the Old English elements 'Ælf', meaning 'elf', and 'wyn', meaning 'friend' or 'joy'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'elf friend' or 'friend of elves'.
Meaning
elf friend, friend of elves
Language Evolution
Ælfwyn (Old English), Elwyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Elwyn gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and charming name.
Variants & Derivatives
Elwin, Alvin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Elwyn is perceived as a vintage and somewhat whimsical name, evoking a sense of nature and fantasy.
Famous People
Elwyn Brooks White, an American writer and author of Charlotte's Web, Elwyn Jenkins, a notable figure in the field of mathematics
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elwyn"
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 of "Elwyn"
"Elwyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 703rd of 7545 | 1,327 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 845th of 6773 | 1,035 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1538th of 7552 | 492 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3729th of 10718 | 123 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12672nd of 24088 | 50 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7975th of 23106 | 113 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5309th of 9107 | 44 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7034th of 9204 | 17 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18115th of 30306 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Elwyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
36.51% 517th/1416 |
41.26% 569th/1379 |
69.40% 1642nd/2366 |
48.25% 551st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.55% 596th/1546 |
44.60% 694th/1556 |
72.67% 1710th/2353 |
57.60% 891st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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67.94% 1651st/2430 |
68.03% 1941st/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Elwyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Elwyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elwyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.