US Popularity:710
Origin:British
Meaning:Wealthy friend; Rich friend
The name Edwin is full of optimism. Deriving from Old English words that mean “rich,” “wealthy,” and “friend,” Edwin is quite the prophecy for baby. After all, who wouldn't want a name that means "wealthy friend?" Edwin first became popular as a boy’s name in honor of St. Edwin, a seventh-century Northumbrian king, and has remained fashionable throughout history. Today, Edwin has a retro feel that makes it even more of a windfall.

Famous People Named Edwin

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Edwin Encarnacion
    Baseball Player
  • Edwin Hodge
    Actor
  • Edwin Land
    Inventor
  • Edwin McCain
    Singer

Edwin Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Edwin is currently #1281 on The Bump
Boy:Edwin is currently #349 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Edwin is currently #710 in U.S. births
Boy:Edwin is currently #243 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#710
in 2022
+ 1
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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