Edwin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationED-win / ˈɛd.wɪnOld English; Anglo-Saxon
Meaning
wealthy friend; prosperous friend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Edwin has roots in Old English, derived from 'ead' meaning wealth or fortune and 'wine' meaning friend. It was popular among Anglo-Saxon royalty, notably borne by Edwin of Northumbria, a 7th-century king. The name has seen various revivals throughout history, particularly in the 19th century. Edwin remains a classic name in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Edwin has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ed
- Win
International Variants
- Édouard (French)
- Edoardo (Italian)
- Eduardo (Spanish)
Famous people named Edwin
Edwin Booth was a renowned American actor in the 19th century, known for his Shakespearean performances.
Edwin Hubble was an influential American astronomer who played a crucial role in establishing the field of extragalactic astronomy.
Edwin Land was an American inventor and entrepreneur, best known for founding the Polaroid Corporation and inventing instant photography.
Edwin Morgan was a prominent Scottish poet and translator, recognized for his contributions to contemporary Scottish literature.
Fictional characters named Edwin
Edwin Jarvis is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, serving as the butler to Tony Stark.
Edwin the Duck is a character from the children's television show 'Edwin the Duck', known for his adventures and educational content.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Edwin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Edwin has ranked as high as #122 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Edwin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Edwin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 116 | |
CA | 111 | |
FL | 48 | |
NY | 42 | |
IL | 34 | |
PA | 33 | |
GA | 28 | |
WA | 26 | |
OH | 24 | |
VA | 24 | |
TN | 23 | |
MD | 22 | |
AZ | 22 | |
WI | 21 | |
NC | 19 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 309 |
1881 | 274 |
1882 | 305 |
1883 | 299 |
1884 | 308 |
1885 | 289 |
1886 | 313 |
1887 | 310 |
1888 | 298 |
1889 | 306 |
1890 | 323 |
1891 | 327 |
1892 | 338 |
1893 | 354 |
1894 | 366 |
1895 | 346 |
1896 | 351 |
1897 | 380 |
1898 | 391 |
1899 | 329 |
1900 | 350 |
1901 | 299 |
1902 | 393 |
1903 | 347 |
1904 | 388 |
1905 | 357 |
1906 | 390 |
1907 | 468 |
1908 | 477 |
1909 | 492 |
1910 | 536 |
1911 | 699 |
1912 | 1,518 |
1913 | 1,825 |
1914 | 2,386 |
1915 | 3,151 |
1916 | 3,299 |
1917 | 3,346 |
1918 | 3,487 |
1919 | 3,450 |
1920 | 3,734 |
1921 | 3,750 |
1922 | 3,827 |
1923 | 3,652 |
1924 | 3,788 |
1925 | 3,560 |
1926 | 3,491 |
1927 | 3,390 |
1928 | 3,166 |
1929 | 2,897 |
1930 | 2,972 |
1931 | 2,704 |
1932 | 2,568 |
1933 | 2,328 |
1934 | 2,348 |
1935 | 2,257 |
1936 | 2,271 |
1937 | 2,263 |
1938 | 2,249 |
1939 | 2,063 |
1940 | 2,116 |
1941 | 2,213 |
1942 | 2,295 |
1943 | 2,388 |
1944 | 2,238 |
1945 | 1,948 |
1946 | 2,380 |
1947 | 2,590 |
1948 | 2,434 |
1949 | 2,373 |
1950 | 2,487 |
1951 | 2,569 |
1952 | 2,632 |
1953 | 2,644 |
1954 | 2,551 |
1955 | 2,666 |
1956 | 2,772 |
1957 | 2,713 |
1958 | 2,601 |
1959 | 2,579 |
1960 | 2,472 |
1961 | 2,447 |
1962 | 2,406 |
1963 | 2,234 |
1964 | 2,168 |
1965 | 1,907 |
1966 | 1,872 |
1967 | 1,667 |
1968 | 1,686 |
1969 | 1,776 |
1970 | 1,725 |
1971 | 1,525 |
1972 | 1,397 |
1973 | 1,321 |
1974 | 1,167 |
1975 | 1,240 |
1976 | 1,183 |
1977 | 1,283 |
1978 | 1,230 |
1979 | 1,285 |
1980 | 1,295 |
1981 | 1,334 |
1982 | 1,340 |
1983 | 1,193 |
1984 | 1,347 |
1985 | 1,329 |
1986 | 1,344 |
1987 | 1,405 |
1988 | 1,554 |
1989 | 1,761 |
1990 | 1,817 |
1991 | 1,968 |
1992 | 1,808 |
1993 | 1,823 |
1994 | 1,801 |
1995 | 1,686 |
1996 | 1,585 |
1997 | 1,605 |
1998 | 1,703 |
1999 | 1,678 |
2000 | 1,802 |
2001 | 1,987 |
2002 | 2,147 |
2003 | 2,171 |
2004 | 2,354 |
2005 | 2,306 |
2006 | 2,671 |
2007 | 2,396 |
2008 | 2,261 |
2009 | 1,980 |
2010 | 1,703 |
2011 | 1,524 |
2012 | 1,308 |
2013 | 1,235 |
2014 | 1,187 |
2015 | 1,149 |
2016 | 1,105 |
2017 | 1,034 |
2018 | 1,005 |
2019 | 962 |
2020 | 931 |
2021 | 921 |
2022 | 917 |
2023 | 830 |
2024 | 850 |