Boy
Edwin
rich friend
About Edwin
Solid, dependable, and timelessly appealing, Edwin represents the kind of name that generations of families have chosen with confidence. This classic selection has weathered changing trends while maintaining its dignified character. Edwin suggests reliability and trustworthiness—qualities every parent hopes to nurture. The name possesses a gentle strength, never harsh or aggressive in sound, yet substantial enough to command respect. It shortens naturally to friendly nicknames while maintaining formality when needed. Edwin works seamlessly in professional settings, academic environments, and casual social situations. Historical bearers of this name have included scholars, artists, and leaders, providing rich association without overwhelming expectation. The name's steady popularity across centuries speaks to its universal appeal and adaptability. Parents selecting Edwin demonstrate appreciation for tradition while recognizing that classic choices remain perpetually fresh. The name avoids the pitfalls of trendy options that may date quickly, instead offering enduring elegance that serves well throughout life's stages.
Popularity of the Name Edwin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #57 | ||||
| 1881 | #60 | ||||
| 1882 | #59 | ||||
| 1883 | #57 | ||||
| 1884 | #61 | ||||
| 1885 | #63 | ||||
| 1886 | #59 | ||||
| 1887 | #57 | ||||
| 1888 | #69 | ||||
| 1889 | #66 | ||||
| 1890 | #63 | ||||
| 1891 | #59 | ||||
| 1892 | #63 | ||||
| 1893 | #58 | ||||
| 1894 | #58 | ||||
| 1895 | #60 | ||||
| 1896 | #59 | ||||
| 1897 | #53 | ||||
| 1898 | #57 | ||||
| 1899 | #59 | ||||
| 1900 | #74 | #49 | |||
| 1901 | #65 | #55 | |||
| 1902 | #56 | #51 | |||
| 1903 | #62 | #52 | |||
| 1904 | #64 | #57 | |||
| 1905 | #70 | #50 | |||
| 1906 | #65 | #63 | |||
| 1907 | #62 | #53 | |||
| 1908 | #64 | #67 | |||
| 1909 | #62 | #60 | |||
| 1910 | #71 | #56 | |||
| 1911 | #60 | #66 | |||
| 1912 | #54 | #63 | |||
| 1913 | #55 | #70 | |||
| 1914 | #53 | #64 | |||
| 1915 | #53 | #73 | |||
| 1916 | #53 | #62 | |||
| 1917 | #55 | #74 | |||
| 1918 | #55 | #77 | |||
| 1919 | #52 | #77 | |||
| 1920 | #53 | #67 | |||
| 1921 | #54 | #71 | |||
| 1922 | #52 | #73 | |||
| 1923 | #56 | #94 | |||
| 1924 | #55 | #72 | |||
| 1925 | #57 | #66 | |||
| 1926 | #55 | #79 | |||
| 1927 | #57 | #76 | |||
| 1928 | #58 | #92 | |||
| 1929 | #66 | #90 | |||
| 1930 | #66 | #82 | |||
| 1931 | #67 | #86 | |||
| 1932 | #72 | #90 | |||
| 1933 | #77 | #80 | |||
| 1934 | #80 | #77 | |||
| 1935 | #89 | #105 | |||
| 1936 | #84 | #84 | |||
| 1937 | #89 | #90 | |||
| 1938 | #90 | #103 | |||
| 1939 | #96 | #89 | |||
| 1940 | #96 | #85 | |||
| 1941 | #97 | #96 | |||
| 1942 | #105 | #97 | |||
| 1943 | #107 | #131 | |||
| 1944 | #106 | #105 | |||
| 1945 | #117 | #111 | |||
| 1946 | #112 | #122 | |||
| 1947 | #114 | #136 | |||
| 1948 | #116 | #130 | |||
| 1949 | #123 | #125 | |||
| 1950 | #117 | #133 | |||
| 1951 | #119 | #158 | |||
| 1952 | #118 | #142 | |||
| 1953 | #123 | #132 | |||
| 1954 | #129 | #161 | |||
| 1955 | #124 | #140 | |||
| 1956 | #124 | #171 | |||
| 1957 | #134 | #155 | |||
| 1958 | #137 | #146 | |||
| 1959 | #137 | #163 | |||
| 1960 | #140 | #165 | |||
| 1961 | #145 | #184 | |||
| 1962 | #143 | #167 | |||
| 1963 | #148 | #184 | |||
| 1964 | #153 | #203 | #218 | ||
| 1965 | #158 | #199 | #197 | ||
| 1966 | #152 | #233 | #161 | ||
| 1967 | #161 | #224 | #189 | ||
| 1968 | #160 | #179 | #189 | ||
| 1969 | #161 | #201 | #200 | ||
| 1970 | #167 | #239 | #223 | ||
| 1971 | #176 | #170 | #165 | ||
| 1972 | #177 | #240 | #154 | ||
| 1973 | #177 | #275 | #259 | ||
| 1974 | #192 | #240 | #183 | ||
| 1975 | #183 | #212 | #170 | ||
| 1976 | #188 | #268 | #140 | ||
| 1977 | #180 | #243 | #151 | ||
| 1978 | #194 | #255 | #193 | ||
| 1979 | #186 | #254 | #236 | ||
| 1980 | #188 | #289 | #159 | ||
| 1981 | #187 | #182 | |||
| 1982 | #189 | #190 | |||
| 1983 | #198 | #230 | |||
| 1984 | #184 | #212 | #188 | ||
| 1985 | #189 | #287 | #195 | ||
| 1986 | #190 | #195 | |||
| 1987 | #191 | #318 | #218 | ||
| 1988 | #182 | #346 | #339 | ||
| 1989 | #171 | #239 | |||
| 1990 | #170 | #205 | |||
| 1991 | #163 | #350 | #403 | ||
| 1992 | #177 | #309 | #524 | ||
| 1993 | #176 | #284 | #401 | ||
| 1994 | #175 | #241 | #480 | ||
| 1995 | #187 | #403 | |||
| 1996 | #196 | #321 | #418 | ||
| 1997 | #198 | #420 | #443 | ||
| 1998 | #197 | #472 | #428 | ||
| 1999 | #204 | #634 | #528 | ||
| 2000 | #195 | #547 | #423 | #385 | |
| 2001 | #186 | #549 | #431 | ||
| 2002 | #179 | #683 | #558 | ||
| 2003 | #180 | #597 | #283 | #456 | |
| 2004 | #173 | #539 | #515 | ||
| 2005 | #178 | #617 | #470 | #455 | |
| 2006 | #158 | #511 | #439 | #463 | |
| 2007 | #171 | #625 | #384 | #489 | |
| 2008 | #175 | #568 | #749 | #514 | |
| 2009 | #192 | #623 | #346 | #474 | |
| 2010 | #209 | #533 | #459 | #538 | |
| 2011 | #235 | #478 | #505 | #474 | |
| 2012 | #270 | #483 | #513 | #396 | |
| 2013 | #282 | #510 | #631 | #394 | |
| 2014 | #298 | #493 | #401 | ||
| 2015 | #312 | #486 | #575 | #400 | |
| 2016 | #317 | #524 | #434 | #637 | #421 |
| 2017 | #332 | #507 | #646 | #420 | |
| 2018 | #333 | #614 | #407 | #631 | #373 |
| 2019 | #348 | #540 | #416 | ||
| 2020 | #344 | #487 | #433 | ||
| 2021 | #353 | #537 | #431 | #463 | |
| 2022 | #359 | #501 | #441 | ||
| 2023 | #384 | #496 | #351 | #652 | #402 |
| 2024 | #382 | #479 | #391 | #815 | #483 |
| 2025 | #398 | #432 | #485 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Edwin
- Eadwine
- Edvin
- Eaduine
Names Similar to Edwin
Nicknames for Edwin
- Ed
- Eddie
- Eddy
- Win
- Ted
Famous People Named Edwin
| Edwin Hubble | American astronomer |
| Edwin van der Sar | Dutch footballer |
| Edwin Moses | American track and field athlete |
| Edwin Booth | American actor |
| Edwin Aldrin | American astronaut |
| Edwin Lutyens | British architect |
| Edwin Encarnacion | Dominican baseball player |
| Edwin Morgan | Scottish poet |
| Edwin Jackson | American football player |
| Edwin Muir | Scottish poet and novelist |
| Edwin McCain | American singer-songwriter |
| Edwin McMasters Stanton | American politician |
| Edwin Arlington Robinson | American poet |
| Edwin H. Land | American inventor |
| Edwin M. Stanton | American lawyer and politician |
| Edwin Newman | American journalist |
| Edwin Chadwick | English social reformer |
| Edwin S. Porter | American filmmaker |
| Edwin S. Lowe | American businessman and philanthropist |
Characters Named Edwin
| Edwin Drood | Fictional character created by Charles Dickens |
| Edwin E. Aldrin Sr. | Father of Buzz Aldrin in "For All Mankind" |
| Edwin Odesseiron | Character in the "Baldur's Gate" video game series |
| Edwin Dursley | Cousin of Harry Potter in the "Harry Potter" series |
| Edwin Carbunkle | Character in the movie "Arthur Christmas" |
| Edwin Siu | Character in the TV series "Brother's Keeper" |
| Edwin Arcturus | Character in the video game "Starbound" |
| Edwin Blackthorn | Character in the book "Lord of Shadows" by Cassandra Clare |
| Edwin Jarvis | Character in the TV series "Agent Carter" |
| Edwin Thompson Denby | Character in the book "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald |
| Edwin T. Clogg | Character in the video game "The Longest Journey" |
| Edwin Pickwick | Character in the movie "Wind River" |