Goodwin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOOD-win / /ˈɡʊd.wɪn/English; Old English
Meaning
English: good friend; Old English: good man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Goodwin has roots in Old English, where it was derived from the elements 'god' meaning 'good' and 'wine' meaning 'friend'. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. Goodwin was historically more common as a surname in England before becoming adopted as a first name. The name reflects a positive connotation of friendship and goodness.
Trend Summary
Goodwin has seen a steady but modest presence in U.S. baby name rankings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Goodwyn
International Variants
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Famous people named Goodwin
Goodwin Liu is an Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court, known for his contributions to civil rights law.
Goodwin Procter is a prominent American law firm, recognized for its work in various legal sectors.
Fictional characters named Goodwin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Goodwin was first seen in the United States in 1911. Goodwin has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Goodwin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Goodwin
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |