Alwin
Alwin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble friend, elf friend, or wise friend.
Origin and history
Alwin is a classic Germanic name derived from elements meaning noble, elf, or wise friend. It is closely related to the English name Alvin and the German name Alboin. In the United States, it has remained a rare given name throughout modern history.
Popularity in the United States
901 babies in the United States have been named Alwin since 1880. It ranks #3777 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.6 %)
- IL (28.6 %)
- NY (23.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 156 |
| 1920-1930 | 180 |
| 1930-1940 | 96 |
| 1940-1950 | 95 |
| 1950-1960 | 94 |
| 1960-1970 | 44 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 19 |
| 1990-2000 | 34 |
| 2000-2010 | 54 |
| 2010-2019 | 65 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Alwin
- Alwin Nikolais: Choreographer, Dancer
- Alwin Berger: Botanist, Author
Nicknames
Al, Win
Fun facts
- Alwin is the German and Dutch form cognate to the English name Alvin.
- Fewer than 1,000 boys have been named Alwin in official U.S. records since 1880.