Edwin

Meaning of Edwin

The name Edwin means 'rich friend' or 'blessed friend.' It combines Old English words for wealth or blessings and friendship.

Edwin has Old English roots — browse every Old English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Edwin

Edwin has cooled off, slipping to #398 in 2025, down from a peak of #158 in 2006.

Notable people named Edwin

• Buzz Aldrin
  American astronaut, second man on moon
• Edwin Moses
  American Olympic gold medalist hurdler
• Edwin Booth
  Renowned 19th-century American Shakespearean actor
• Edwin Land
  American scientist, inventor of Polaroid
• Edwin Starr
  American soul singer ('War')

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Questions about the name Edwin

What does the name Edwin mean?

Edwin means the name edwin means 'rich friend' or 'blessed friend.' it combines old english words for wealth or blessings and friendship, and it comes from Old English origins.

Is Edwin a boy's or a girl's name?

Edwin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Edwin?

In 2025, Edwin ranked #398 for boys, down from #382 the year before.

When was Edwin most popular?

Edwin peaked at #158 in 2006.