NAME PROFILE
Edwin
Edwin is an Old English name meaning 'wealthy friend' or 'rich friend.' The name conveys a sense of loyalty, generosity, and companionship, often associated with leaders and noble figures.
Key Stats
| Total births | 248,744 |
| Gender | Male (94% / 6%) |
| Peak year | 1922 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%CA — 20%PA — 20%NC — 19%IL — 19%
Notable People
Edwin Hubble (Astronomer, known for Hubble's Law) · Edwin Booth (Famous Actor, brother of John Wilkes Booth) · Edwin Land (Inventor, founder of Polaroid Corporation) · Edwin Moses (Olympic Champion in 400m hurdles) · Edwin Arlington Robinson (Poet, won three Pulitzer Prizes)
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