Delwin
Delwin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Proud friend, valley friend, or friend of the valley.
Origin and history
Delwin is a masculine name of English origin, derived from Old English roots meaning proud friend or valley friend. Historically uncommon in the United States, it saw modest usage in the mid-20th century and remains rare today. Its classical suffix gives it a traditional, rustic character.
Popularity in the United States
1,829 babies in the United States have been named Delwin since 1880. It ranks #2996 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1915.
States where it is most popular
- TX (40 %)
- CA (25.5 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
- NE (5.5 %)
- WI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 103 |
| 1920-1930 | 190 |
| 1930-1940 | 279 |
| 1940-1950 | 220 |
| 1950-1960 | 259 |
| 1960-1970 | 225 |
| 1970-1980 | 220 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 86 |
| 2000-2010 | 90 |
| 2010-2019 | 43 |
| 2020-2029 | 12 |
Famous people named Delwin
- Delwin Jones: Politician, Businessperson
Nicknames
Del, Win
Fun facts
- The name is composed of Old English elements such as 'del' (valley) and 'wine' (friend).
- Delwin has consistently remained a rare choice in the U.S., with fewer than 2,000 recorded births since 1880.