Elwyn
Elwyn is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Noble friend or elf friend.
Origin and history
Elwyn is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from elements meaning noble friend or elf friend. It has historically served as a traditional given name and surname in the British Isles. In the United States, Elwyn has remained relatively rare, maintaining a gentle, classic vintage character.
Popularity in the United States
3,231 babies in the United States have been named Elwyn since 1880. It ranks #2260 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1860.
States where it is most popular
- MI (27.2 %)
- NY (24.5 %)
- IL (9.4 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- TX (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 56 |
| 1910-1920 | 533 |
| 1920-1930 | 890 |
| 1930-1940 | 617 |
| 1940-1950 | 422 |
| 1950-1960 | 270 |
| 1960-1970 | 113 |
| 1970-1980 | 71 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 22 |
| 2000-2010 | 37 |
| 2010-2019 | 72 |
| 2020-2029 | 67 |
Famous people named Elwyn
- Elwyn Brooks White: Author, Essayist
- Elwyn Berlekamp: Mathematician, Professor
Nicknames
El, Wyn
Fun facts
- Elwyn derives from the Old English names Æthelwine (noble friend) or Ælfwine (elf friend).
- While rooted in Old English, Elwyn is also used in Wales as a variant of the Welsh name Elfed.