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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wealthy friend
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ED-win
Edwin (ED-win) is an Old English boy's name meaning "wealthy friend." It has a classic, vintage feel that sounds familiar and settled rather than trendy, and the two-syllable pronunciation is easy for most people to get right the first time.
Meaning & Origin of Edwin
Meaning: Wealthy friend.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Edwin
ED-winIPA /ˈɛdwɪn/
Popularity of Edwin
Edwin peaked at #52 in 1919, when 3,450 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #382 with 850 babies, so it's well off its early-1900s height but still in steady use.
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FAQ
What does the name Edwin mean?
Wealthy friend. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Edwin?
Edwin is pronounced ED-win (IPA: /ˈɛdwɪn/).
Is Edwin a popular name right now?
Edwin peaked at #52 in 1919 and is ranked #382 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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