Edwin
Edwin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Rich friend or blessed friend.
Origin and history
Edwin is derived from Old English elements meaning rich or blessed friend. It was a popular Anglo-Saxon name borne by a 7th-century king of Northumbria. It has been continuously used in the United States since record-keeping began, maintaining a steady presence.
Popularity in the United States
247,553 babies in the United States have been named Edwin since 1880. It ranks #156 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #368.
States where it is most popular
- NY (13.6 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 3,011 |
| 1890-1900 | 3,505 |
| 1900-1910 | 3,961 |
| 1910-1920 | 23,697 |
| 1920-1930 | 35,255 |
| 1930-1940 | 24,023 |
| 1940-1950 | 22,977 |
| 1950-1960 | 26,213 |
| 1960-1970 | 20,635 |
| 1970-1980 | 13,354 |
| 1980-1990 | 13,903 |
| 1990-2000 | 17,474 |
| 2000-2010 | 22,081 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,214 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,250 |
Famous people named Edwin
- Edwin Hubble: Astronomer
- Edwin Aldrin: Astronaut, Engineer
- Edwin Diaz: Baseball Player
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned
Fun facts
- Edwin of Northumbria was a prominent 7th-century Anglo-Saxon king who converted to Christianity.
- Famous bearers include astronomer Edwin Hubble, after whom the Hubble Space Telescope was named.