EDWIN
The meaning of the unisex name Edwin is VALUED.
Details on EDWIN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Valued
- Popularity for Boy:
- 748th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 31,379th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
850 births
EDWIN as a BOY in 2024
5 births
EDWIN as a GIRL in 2008
The meaning(s) of EDWIN:
The name Edwin is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Edwin is: Valued.
The name Edwin is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Edwin is: Valued.
The name Edwin is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Edwin is: Rich in friendship. From the Old English name Eadwine, meaning rich or happy, and friend. Famous bearers: the hero of Charles Dickens'last novel, 'Edwin Drood'.
The name Edwin is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Edwin is: Happy friend.
USA SSA birth(s) for EDWIN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name EDWIN
EDWIN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 850 births |
| 2023 | 830 births |
| 2022 | 917 births |
| 2021 | 921 births |
| 2020 | 931 births |
| 2019 | 962 births |
| 2018 | 1005 births |
| 2017 | 1027 births |
| 2016 | 1100 births |
| 2015 | 1148 births |
| 2014 | 1182 births |
| 2013 | 1233 births |
| 2012 | 1305 births |
| 2011 | 1521 births |
| 2010 | 1701 births |
| 2009 | 1976 births |
EDWIN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 births |
| 2006 | 7 births |
| 2005 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 11 births |
| 2003 | 8 births |
| 2002 | 9 births |
| 2001 | 5 births |
| 2000 | 8 births |
| 1999 | 6 births |
| 1997 | 8 births |
| 1996 | 13 births |
| 1995 | 7 births |
| 1994 | 10 births |
| 1993 | 20 births |
| 1992 | 19 births |
| 1991 | 15 births |
About the name EDWIN
Edwin, a name rich with history and meaning, finds its roots in Old English, derived from the elements "ead," meaning wealth or fortune, and "wine," signifying friend. This name, which gently rolls off the tongue, evokes images of nobility and kindness, as it has been borne by kings and scholars alike. Edwin is often associated with wisdom and leadership, capturing the essence of a nurturing spirit that thrives on connection and camaraderie. Popular in England and other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, Edwin carries a timeless charm that transcends generations. It also appears in varied forms across cultures, celebrated in regions of Africa and parts of Latin America, where it symbolizes friendship and prosperity. Choosing Edwin for your child is not merely about bestowing a name; it's about inviting a legacy of warmth and strength into their life, one that resonates across borders and throughout history.
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