Elwin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-win / /ˈɛl.wɪn/Old English; Welsh
Meaning
Old English: noble friend; Welsh: elf friend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elwin has roots in Old English, where it combines elements meaning 'noble' and 'friend.' It is also associated with Welsh origins, where it conveys a connection to elves. Historically, names with 'win' often denote friendship or companionship. Elwin has been used in various forms throughout history, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Trend Summary
Elwin has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a rare choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elwyn
- Alwin
International Variants
- Elvin (English)
- Elwyn (Welsh)
Famous people named Elwin
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elwin was first seen in the United States in 1882. Elwin has ranked as high as #763 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in New York, Michigan, Nebraska, Illinois, and Maine. In the past 5 years the name Elwin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elwin (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1888 | 8 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1897 | 11 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 22 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 24 |
| 1912 | 57 |
| 1913 | 61 |
| 1914 | 109 |
| 1915 | 124 |
| 1916 | 102 |
| 1917 | 119 |
| 1918 | 114 |
| 1919 | 104 |
| 1920 | 129 |
| 1921 | 144 |
| 1922 | 141 |
| 1923 | 147 |
| 1924 | 135 |
| 1925 | 129 |
| 1926 | 145 |
| 1927 | 119 |
| 1928 | 118 |
| 1929 | 109 |
| 1930 | 88 |
| 1931 | 106 |
| 1932 | 103 |
| 1933 | 74 |
| 1934 | 85 |
| 1935 | 79 |
| 1936 | 72 |
| 1937 | 69 |
| 1938 | 84 |
| 1939 | 60 |
| 1940 | 64 |
| 1941 | 68 |
| 1942 | 72 |
| 1943 | 70 |
| 1944 | 55 |
| 1945 | 68 |
| 1946 | 46 |
| 1947 | 50 |
| 1948 | 60 |
| 1949 | 50 |
| 1950 | 64 |
| 1951 | 45 |
| 1952 | 56 |
| 1953 | 60 |
| 1954 | 60 |
| 1955 | 45 |
| 1956 | 47 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 29 |
| 1959 | 36 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 39 |
| 1962 | 27 |
| 1963 | 26 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 13 |