Edvin
Edvin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Wealthy friend or blessed friend.
Origin and history
Edvin is a North Germanic and Slavic variant of the Old English name Edwin. It is derived from elements meaning rich or blessed friend. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but steady choice, particularly favored in families with Scandinavian or Eastern European heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,065 babies in the United States have been named Edvin since 1880. It ranks #3620 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1759.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.8 %)
- NY (13 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- MD (5.8 %)
- GA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 24 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 364 |
| 2010-2019 | 296 |
| 2020-2029 | 168 |
Famous people named Edvin
- Edvin Ryding: Actor
- Edvin Marton: Violinist, Composer
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie
Fun facts
- Edvin is the primary Scandinavian and Baltic spelling of the classic English name Edwin.
- While never reaching top popularity charts, Edvin has maintained a consistent history of usage in the United States since the late 19th century.