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Edwin name meaning
First Name
243k
in the U.S.
since 1880
243k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
1k
in the U.S.
in 2010
1k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Edwin mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Edwin
User Submitted Origins
English
68%
Filipino (Philippines)
9%
African Dutch (Afrikaans)
3%
Mexican
3%
African
3%
Akan
3%
Irish
3%
Spanish
3%
Anglo-Saxon
3%
Gaelic
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- A submission from Japan says the name Edwin means "Rich Friend , Great Friend".
- 5 submissions from all over the world agree the name Edwin means "Rich Friend" and is of English origin.
- According to a user from Idaho, U.S., the name Edwin is of English origin and means "Great friend".
- A submission from California, U.S. says the name Edwin means "Rich, Caring, and Kind".
- According to a user from South Africa, the name Edwin is of African origin and means "Rich".
- A submission from India says the name Edwin means "Gift og god" and is of English origin.
International Interest
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Other Dictionary Sources
- King of Northumbria who was converted to Christianity (585-633)
Wiktionary
From Old English Ēadwine, from ēad (“rich, blessed”) + wine (“friend”). Akin to Old Norse Auðun, Norwegian Audun, and the Lombard king's name Audoin (French Ouen).
- A male given name from Old English.
- Edwin of Northumbria.
Edwin was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano
Notable Persons Named Edwin
Notable Persons Named Edwin
Eddie Fisher
His career lasted from 1948 to 2010. Eddie was given the name Edwin Jack Tisch on August 10th, 1928 in Philadelphia. He breathed his last breath on September 22nd, 2010.
Edwin Hubble
Edwin Hubble was a scientist in the field of astronomy. Edwin was given the name Edwin Powell Hubble on November 20th, 1889 in Marshfield, Missouri, U.S. He breathed his last breath on September 28th, 1953.
Edwin Hodge
Edwin Hodge is an actor. His career lasted from 1995 to 1995. Edwin was given the name Edwin Martel Basil Hodge on January 26th, 1985 in Jacksonville, Florida.
Edwin van der Sar
Edwin van der Sar is a soccer player for the VV Noordwijk, AFC Ajax, Juventus F.C., Fulham F.C., Manchester United F.C., and Netherlands national football team. Edwin was born on October 29th, 1970 in Voorhout, Netherlands.
Edwin Schlossberg
Edwin Schlossberg is a designer, author, and artist. Edwin was given the name Edwin Arthur Schlossberg on July 19th, 1945 in New York City, U.S.
Edwin Jarvis
Edwin Jarvis is a comics character.
- Win ButlerMusician
- Edwin BoothActor
- Edwin EdwardsOffice Holder
- Edwin EncarnaciónBaseball Player
- Edwin MeeseOffice Holder
- Edwin LeeMayor of San Francisco
- Edwin CatmullScientist
- Edwin Anderson WalkerMilitary Person
- Edwin H. ArmstrongElectrical Engineering
- Edwin Stanton27th United States Secretary of War
- Gene LockhartActor
- Edwin ValeroBoxer
- Edwin McCainMusician
- Eddie KramerProducer
Notable Persons With the Last Name Edwin
Notable Persons With the Last Name Edwin
Colin Edwin
Colin Edwin is a progressive rock, neo-psychedelia, and art rock musician. He plays Bass guitar, double bass, fretless bass, guimbri, Fretless guitar, and Sintir. His most notable accomplishments were from 1993 to present. Colin was born on July 2nd, 1970 in Melbourne, Australia.
Edwin
Edwin is an alternative, acoustic, pop, alternative rock, and acoustic music musician. His ongoing career started in 1990. Edwin was given the name Edwin Ghazal on September 9th, 1968.
Fuquan Edwin
Fuquan Edwin is a basketball player for the Ironi Nes Ziona, Sioux Falls Skyforce, Guaros de Lara (basketball), and Ironi Nes Ziona B.C. in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. His most notable accomplishments were from 2014 to present. Fuquan was born on September 17th, 1991 in Paterson, New Jersey.
son of Edward the Elder Edwin
He passed away in 933.
Charles Edwin
Charles was born in 1699. He breathed his last breath on June 29th, 1756.
John Edwin
John Edwin was an actor. John was born in 1768. John is also known as John Edwin the younger, Edwin the younger, and John. He left this life on February 22nd, 1805.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Edwin | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 34.00% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 29.73% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 18.91% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 3.91% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 3.73% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 9.73% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Edwin
People with the last name Edwin are most frequently White, African American, or Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander
Entire United States
Fun Facts about the name Edwin
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| #44 | Classic Boy Names |
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